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Ceremonial Mallet on Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
talisman symbolizing good fortune. The mallet comes on a custom iron mount for display.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Talisman
Materials
Iron
Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch
Wearable Art. An antique estate talisman showcasing a
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1880s Victorian Antique Talisman
Antique Moonstone Necklace Gold
Located in Baltimore, MD
Nouveau period in the late 19th and early 20th century.
As a talisman for fertility, love, protection, or
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Talisman
Materials
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Late 19th/Early 20th Century White Tribal Wood Figure for Protection, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Nepal: Jokers and Talismans.
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Early 20th Century Nepalese Tribal Antique Talisman
Materials
Hardwood
Antique Moonstone Gold Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
ethereal silvery light. They valued the moonstone as a talisman for lovers. To wear it was thought to
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1890s English Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Antique 1900s 1.29 TCW Diamond Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Pin/Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
talisman of good fortune—perfect for the upcoming spring racing season or equestrian enthusiast.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Silver-Mounted Amber Heart-Shaped Pendant. Germany, 17th century
Located in London, GB
Measurements
• 4.2 × 3.3 × 0.9 cm
• Weight: 5.4 grams
This devotional or talismanic pendant is carved from
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17th Century German Antique Talisman
Victorian Opal Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Greenwich, CT
earrings are the ultimate positive talisman. Looking like they were picked from the deep blue sea, the
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1870s American Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Opal, 14k Gold
19th Century Chinese Carved Limestone Monkey
Located in Chicago, IL
carving likely topped a hitching post as a protective talisman for horses. We love the idea of nestling
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Talisman
Materials
Limestone
18 Karat Coral Pendeloque Earrings, circa 1850
Located in Baltimore, MD
that the superstitions about coral originated. Coral was thought to be a talisman against evil spirits
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1850s English Antique Talisman
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Japanese old wooden carved cat and small gourd figurine/1938
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
: a cat is a talisman, a gourd is good health, and waves are a wish for a peaceful life.
It is very
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Magical Gold Ring With An Ancient Jasper Abraxas Stone Intaglio
Located in Firenze, IT
Gnostic-Mithraic origin often depicted on gems used in ancient times as magical talismans. The divinity
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Devotional Enamel and Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
-set cross. A timeless talisman, this symbol of faith, hope, and veneration will elevate your fashion
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1890s French Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
14k Gold Victorian Eagle on Shield with Diamond Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
make a great talisman for someone who strives for strength and leadership.
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Double-Headed Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Snake Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
talisman to it's lucky owner. Intertwining snakes feature two cabochon sapphires on each head and four rose
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1870s British Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Japan Kitchen God for Your Home Budai Hotai San
Located in South Burlington, VT
these enigmatic sculptures from time and in Japan they are often thought of as a protective talismans
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Antique Pair Hand Carved Wood Good Fortune Fish
Located in South Burlington, VT
patina.
Originally talismans, today these antique works of art serve as wonderful decorative
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Victorian Jade Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
, on its own or as part of a talismanic group, the look is town and country chic. Well made in fourteen
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1880s Antique Talisman
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Uzbek Bokara Carpet
Located in New York, NY
diamonds and triangles as protective talismans set against varied cool blue tones. The earthy central field
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Tribal Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Japanese Old Wood Carved Small Snake Figurine / Taisho Period / Lucky Figurine
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
entrance or living room like a talisman.
Weight: 0.15kg
If you want something special, we encourage
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Eye Brooch, 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
or talisman in order to shield oneself and repel evil curses and misfortune. Thus the symbolism this
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19th Century Victorian Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Japanese Antique Samurai Three Carved Bamboo
Iron Arrows, hard to find
Located in South Burlington, VT
in Otsu Japan
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Iron
Antique Diamond Pig Charm of 14k Gold
Silver
Located in Lewisburg, PA
character—perfect for collectors or as a unique talisman of prosperity and good fortune.
The charm measures
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Japanese Antique 86" Samurai Bow, Quiver,
Ten Arrows, Meiji 19thc, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
found in Otsu Japan
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Austrian Plique-a-Jour Enamel and Diamond Set Gold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
underscored by superb green Plique-a-Jour enamel. The look is talismanic perfect for adding mystery to any
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1890s French Antique Talisman
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Japanese Antique Samurai Lacquered Quiver with Six Arrows
Located in South Burlington, VT
Otsu Japan
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Bamboo
Japanese Antique Samurai Lacquered Quiver
Six Gold Arrows, Signed, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Otsu Japan
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese Antique Samurai Lacquered Quiver and Six Arrows, Signed, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Otsu Japan
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Bamboo
35.03 Gram Apple Green Peridot Specimen From Supat Valley, Pakistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
thought to improve memory and ease labor and delivery. For years, peridot beads and talismans were
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15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Adam Style Antique Talisman
Materials
Rock Crystal
Japanese Antique Samurai Three Carved Bamboo and Iron Arrows, Hard to Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
in Otsu Japan
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Small Wooden God/1868-1920/Wood Carving Miniature Figurine
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
it as a talisman in your living room or at your entrance.
May it bring happiness to your home.
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.B/Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
known as talismans.
The most symbolic one is something called Onigawara, which has two demon faces
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Japanese old wood carving demon mask No.A /Before 19th cent/Wall-hanging
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
known as talismans.
The most symbolic one is something called Onigawara, which has two demon faces
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Samurai Bow, Quiver, Arrows, Complete Boxed Set, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for centuries used by
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Textile, Bamboo, Wood
Big Old Japan Large Hand Cast Bronze Koi Fish Fortune
Fine Details Warm Patina
Located in South Burlington, VT
Kyoto. A very unusual treasure and talisman from Japan.
This large-scale, aged hand cast bronze koi
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Talisman
Materials
Bronze
Old Vintage Japanese Pair Large Bronze Koi Fish Fortune and Prosperity
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese collector. These are very unusual treasures and talismans that seldom appear in pairs.
These
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Talisman
Materials
Bronze
Ancient Greek Silver Coin Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
stylish vintage look to any ensemble. Combine it with other pendants or talismans for a mythic, spiritual
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Talisman
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Japanese Antique Wood Printing Block / 1925 / Buddhist Drawing
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
as a talisman.
Weight: 0.35 kg.
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1920s Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Beech
Lapis Lazuli Roman Magical Intaglio Ring of Abraxas 2nd-3rd Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
times as magical talismans. The divinity, in fact, represents the mediation between humanity and the Sun
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Talisman
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Roman Silver Coin Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
brilliant for heading into the city. Combine it with other pendants or talismans for a mythic, spiritual
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1880s Antique Talisman
Materials
Other, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Japan Big Joyful Buddha Hotai Protector of Children and Women, 34"
Located in South Burlington, VT
from time and in Japan they are also often thought of as protective talismans.
Lifetime guarantee of
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Pair of Samurai Bows Fine Lacquered Details Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
History:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for centuries used by
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Early Large Ashanti Polychrome Mother Drum, Ghana early 20th century Osei Bonsu
Located in Point Richmond, CA
been tied on the inside of this drum. It most likely contains a talisman or charm to protect the drum
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Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
Japanese Edo Period Wood Carving Colored Buddha Statue / 18th-19th Century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
the Edo period.
How about decorating it at home as a talisman?
This is a highly recommended item
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman
Materials
Cypress
Japanese Shunga, Man and Woman Intertwined
Located in New Orleans, LA
instances, were even regarded as talismans. For instance, a samurai carrying shunga would be protected
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Early 20th Century Other Art Style Antique Talisman
Materials
Paint, Paper, Gouache
Japanese Antique Pair of Samurai Bow with Ten Arrows Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
:
Antique Japanese bows are regarded as talismans against evil and were for centuries used by samurai
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Japanese Antique Stone Stealth Cat 19th Century Hand Carved Garden Favorite
Located in South Burlington, VT
.
Only one.
History:
The cat is a common Japanese figurine (lucky charm, talisman) which is often
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Stone
Big Old Bronze Japan Koi Fish Fountain Sculpture Hand Cast Fortune
Prosperity
Located in South Burlington, VT
Southern Japan. A very unusual treasure and talisman from Japan.
This large-scale, aged hand cast
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Talisman
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Gau Traveling Buddhist Protection Shrine with Buddha and Silk Case, 1900
Located in Studio City, CA
believed to be protective talisman and were used to carry a number of sacred objects such as a small Buddha
Category
Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Talisman
Materials
Metal, Copper, Brass, Silver
Japanese Antique Stone 19th Century Fortune Money Cat
Located in South Burlington, VT
(lucky charm, talisman) which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. In Modern Times, they
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Stone
Magnificent Bijar Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
in the world. Many talisman and village weavers use representation and symbolism while never
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1920s Persian Tabriz Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
$2,250
Rare Japanese stone guardian dog/1800s/Small "Koma-inu"/Lion figurine
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
to [sisi] and is a divine beast brought from Korea.
Both are talismans.
Around the 10th century
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Talisman
Materials
Sandstone
Japanese Antique Long Samurai Bow and Ten Arrows Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
regarded as talismans against evil and were for centuries used by samurai warriors as their primary weapon
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Talisman
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Antique Japanese Carved Amber Frog Pendant, Japanese Amber Artifact
Located in Chesterland, OH
. A talisman in the form of a frog is a gift for happiness, especially in love, and will help maintain
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Talisman
Materials
Amber
Medieval 14th Century Amethyst Gold Stirrup Ring Amuletic Magical Small Ring
Located in London, GB
amuletic and talismanic powers. Books known as ‘lapidaries’ listed the powers attributed to each stone. One
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15th Century and Earlier European Medieval Antique Talisman
Materials
Amethyst, Gold
Fascinating Antique Halwai Bijar Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
some of the highest quality, longest lasting rugs in the world. Many talisman and village weavers use
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Talisman
Materials
Wool
Japanese antique wooden Buddha statue/Fudo Myoo/19th-20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
expression overall and is approachable.
I think it would be nice to display it as a talisman in your entryway
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Talisman
Materials
Wood
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Antique Talisman For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique talisman for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect antique talisman may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique talisman over the years, but those made by Christofle and Talisman Bespoke are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique talisman of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Carnelian, from our inventory of 1, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique talisman, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Antique Talisman?
On average, an antique talisman at 1stDibs sells for $624, while they’re typically $221 on the low end and $11,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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