A turquoise and gem-set silver-gilt dagger or mirror handle, Turkey, 17th/18th century

the design featuring rows of mounted turquoise stones and garnets between filigree designs, one side with hinged lid and small compartment

In generally good condition, one or two of the stones probably later replacements, the gilt ground appears to have been once painted or enamelled (now only remnants remain), some oxidisation, as viewed.
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