Early medieval Bronze Beautiful and Rare Lucky Amulet (No reserve price)






Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Beautiful and Rare Lucky Amulet, a bronze Early Medieval pendant from circa 6th–10th century, in excellent condition, acquired from an auction house in the Netherlands in 2025, previously owned from a private collection since 1998 with origins in Germany, featuring a front with three raised bosses and a suspension loop and a plain reverse.
Description from the seller
Material: Bronze (copper alloy)
Period: Early Medieval period (circa 6th–10th century AD)
Condition: Good archaeological condition with natural patina and wear consistent with age
This rare early medieval bronze amulet features a distinctive stylized insect form, visually reminiscent of a ladybird (ladybug) seen from above. The pendant is symmetrical, with two rounded lobes suggesting wings, three raised bosses on the front, and a suspension loop at the top for wearing.
Such abstract insect-shaped amulets are well known in early medieval folk cultures and are commonly interpreted as lucky or protective charms, associated with:
good fortune
fertility and renewal
protection against misfortune
The ladybird, in particular, has long been regarded in European folklore as a symbol of luck and blessing, making this amulet especially appealing as a “lucky charm”.
The reverse is plain, while the front displays carefully placed raised dots, possibly symbolic rather than decorative. The surface shows a beautiful, undisturbed patina, indicating genuine age and long burial.
A fine and evocative piece of early medieval folk jewelry, suitable for collectors of ancient amulets, medieval artifacts, or symbolic jewelry with positive associations.
A rare and meaningful lucky amulet with strong visual presence and historical charm.
Material: Bronze (copper alloy)
Period: Early Medieval period (circa 6th–10th century AD)
Condition: Good archaeological condition with natural patina and wear consistent with age
This rare early medieval bronze amulet features a distinctive stylized insect form, visually reminiscent of a ladybird (ladybug) seen from above. The pendant is symmetrical, with two rounded lobes suggesting wings, three raised bosses on the front, and a suspension loop at the top for wearing.
Such abstract insect-shaped amulets are well known in early medieval folk cultures and are commonly interpreted as lucky or protective charms, associated with:
good fortune
fertility and renewal
protection against misfortune
The ladybird, in particular, has long been regarded in European folklore as a symbol of luck and blessing, making this amulet especially appealing as a “lucky charm”.
The reverse is plain, while the front displays carefully placed raised dots, possibly symbolic rather than decorative. The surface shows a beautiful, undisturbed patina, indicating genuine age and long burial.
A fine and evocative piece of early medieval folk jewelry, suitable for collectors of ancient amulets, medieval artifacts, or symbolic jewelry with positive associations.
A rare and meaningful lucky amulet with strong visual presence and historical charm.
