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English 19Th Century Antique Witch Ball Ref 1

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MGA9219

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2010

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Item Description

 

English 19th Century Antique Witch Ball Ref 1

This English antique gold witch ball with brass chain is 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: 16cm (6.35")
Width: 15cm (5.95")
Depth: 15cm (5.95")

Item Info

Seller Location

Yorkshire, Yorkshire

Item Dimensions

H: 16cm W: 15cm D: 15cm

Period

19th Century

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Yorkshire, Yorkshire

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)1524 241716

+44 (0)7864 104004

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