Ancient Celtic tribe -Bronze- Beautiful pendant amulet - Talisman for protection - 28 mm - centuries V–IV - great patina. Amulet (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Bronze Celtic pendant talisman from the 5th–4th century BC, measuring 28 by 19 by 2 mm and weighing 3.41 g, in excellent used condition, acquired from a private collection in Austria in 2004.
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Description from the seller
This Celtic amulet with religious or magical powers intended to protect, heal, or harm the people it is made for symbolizes the chimney with burning coal.
Talismans have been used in many civilizations throughout history, with connections to astrological, scientific, and religious practices, personal protection for the user, their loved ones or belongings, helping with fertility and aiding crop production.
INTERPRETATION: This Celtic amulet represents the eternal protection of the home and the family. Its main symbol is the burning coal from the Samhain bonfire, a Celtic festival that marked the end of the harvest and where sacred fires were lit as offerings to the gods. The Celts carried coal from that bonfire to their homes as a symbol of protection and good fortune.
The amulet consists of three elements: the burning coal at the top, which symbolizes protective strength; a central circle, which represents eternity; and the image of the home at the bottom. Together, the talisman symbolizes the ongoing protection of the owner, their family and their home.
Date: centuries V–IV BC
Origin: Northern Europe.
Material: bronze, very beautiful.
Dimensions: 28 X 19 X 2 mm.
Weight: 3.41 g.
Condition: Excellent, usable. see photos.
The surface shows calcifications and concretions typical of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiquities fair
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord; it can be worn around the neck
Provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this item
18a/concor 5
This Celtic amulet with religious or magical powers intended to protect, heal, or harm the people it is made for symbolizes the chimney with burning coal.
Talismans have been used in many civilizations throughout history, with connections to astrological, scientific, and religious practices, personal protection for the user, their loved ones or belongings, helping with fertility and aiding crop production.
INTERPRETATION: This Celtic amulet represents the eternal protection of the home and the family. Its main symbol is the burning coal from the Samhain bonfire, a Celtic festival that marked the end of the harvest and where sacred fires were lit as offerings to the gods. The Celts carried coal from that bonfire to their homes as a symbol of protection and good fortune.
The amulet consists of three elements: the burning coal at the top, which symbolizes protective strength; a central circle, which represents eternity; and the image of the home at the bottom. Together, the talisman symbolizes the ongoing protection of the owner, their family and their home.
Date: centuries V–IV BC
Origin: Northern Europe.
Material: bronze, very beautiful.
Dimensions: 28 X 19 X 2 mm.
Weight: 3.41 g.
Condition: Excellent, usable. see photos.
The surface shows calcifications and concretions typical of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiquities fair
This item does not require an export license within the EU
No shipments outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord; it can be worn around the neck
Provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this item
18a/concor 5
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Celtic tribe
Metal
-Bronze- Beautiful pendant amulet - Talisman for protection - 28 mm - centuries V–IV - great patina.
Century/timeframe
Siglo III-I A.C
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
3.41 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
