Vintage Gold Plated Silver Fish Amulet Pendant

Throughout the Muslim and Jewish world the Fish is considered a symbol of good luck and fertility , here we have a handmade filigree fish made in gold plated sterling silver ,The piece is constructed as to mimic the movement of a fish , this piece is also made to serve as a spice box , the mouth of the fish opens and you can put some dry herbs inside for the smell, a unique piece probably coming from North Africa where this kind of amulet is prevalent. The eyes are set with Turquoise stones
the piece is 3 5/8 inches long -94 mm