Αρ. 100686504

Ύστερος Σιδηρούς Αιώνας / Αρχές Μεσαίωνα Λίθος-φυλαχτό με X σύμβολα (χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας)
Αρ. 100686504

Ύστερος Σιδηρούς Αιώνας / Αρχές Μεσαίωνα Λίθος-φυλαχτό με X σύμβολα (χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας)
A rare and evocative stone amulet, dating to the late Iron Age to early medieval period (circa 5th–10th century AD). The amulet is carefully shaped into a compact geometric form and features a suspension perforation, indicating it was intended to be worn.
Multiple faces of the amulet are incised with X-shaped (saltire) symbols, a motif widely recognized in early European cultures as apotropaic, intended to ward off evil and provide protection. Such symbols are characteristic of pre-Christian and early medieval belief systems, particularly within Germanic, Northern European, and related cultural spheres.
The absence of inscriptions or overt religious imagery suggests the amulet belongs to a symbolic and protective tradition predating formal Christian iconography, though such symbols continued into the early Christian era.
The surface shows authentic age-related wear and patination, consistent with ancient stone objects, with no indications of modern manufacture.
Period: Late Iron Age / Early Middle Ages
Date: circa 5th–10th century AD
Material: Stone
Object: Amulet
Motif: Apotropaic X (saltire) symbols
Condition: Good, with age-related wear
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