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ANTIQUE #SA1096750

pair English 19th Century Antique Witch Balls

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Pair English 19th Century Antique Witch Balls
 
This pair of English rare onion shape antique silver witch balls are part of a large, rare, lifetime’s collection of thirty six witch balls of varying sizes and colours. In superb condition.
 
It is said they were hung in cottage windows in 17th and 18th century England to ward away evil spirits, witches and bad fortune. It was believed that the witches would see their reflection in these balls and be scared away and thus keeping the home safe.
 
Dimensions
 
Height: 21cm (8.33'')
 
Width: 20cm (7.94'')
 
Depth: 20cm (7.94'')
 
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Antique Number: SA1096750
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 21cm (8.3inches)
Width is 20cm (7.9inches)
Depth is 20cm (7.9inches)
Antique #SA1096750, shown on this page, originates from the 19th century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
19th Century
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
28 Years in the antiques trade, Miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly English antique furniture and accessories.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is also an antique trade association member of LAPADA
Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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