Freestanding Mabakhir or Incense Burner "Ahmad Bader"
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A freestanding mabakhir or incense burner with a flared open top for hot charcoal. sizes: 4.5" x 4.5" x H 9.7". weight: 1102 grams. About History of The Item: The mabakhir weighing approximately 58 ounces that came from the workshop of the silversmith Ahmad Bader of Mecca was a presentation by the Saudi government in acknowledgement for services rendered. There are no assay marks as the reputation of the silversmith was the guarantee of the quality, confirmation of this being the presentation by the Saudi government. The silver is at least .917, being the standard of both the silver and gold coins of the realm. Set in silver gilt around the base of the mabakhir are alternate turquoise and green stone cabochons and on the bowl are green stones alternating with the arms of Saudi Arabia. The overall decoration is of floriated design with the four supporting columns in silver gilt. This is similar to but not as impressive as the silver and gilt incense burner set with emeralds and turquoise presented as a State gift to President Nixon as seen on - http://nixon.archives.gov/exhibits/gifts/htmlversion.php?item=4
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Freestanding Mabakhir or Incense Burner "Ahmad Bader"
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