Ancient Celtic tribe -Bronze-Beautiful hanging amulet-Talisman for protection-23 mm-5th–4th centuries-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 amulet pendant from the 3rd–1st century BC, a talisman for protection, measuring 23 × 16 × 2 mm and weighing 2.08 g, in excellent condition, acquired in 2004 in Austria from a private collection.
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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.
Talisman have been used in many civilizations throughout history, with connections to astrological, scientific, religious practices, personal protection of the user, their loved ones or belongings, help fertility and assist crop production.
INTERPRETATION: This Celtic amulet represents the eternal protection of the home and family. Its main symbol is the burning coal from the Samhain bonfire, a Celtic festival that marked the end of the harvest and at which 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 is composed 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. Taken 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 nice.
Dimensions: 23 x 16 x 2 mm.
Weight: 2.08 g.
Condition: Excellent, usable. see photos.
It presents on its surface the 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 era have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
By bidding, the buyer accepts my terms. If you do not agree, please do not bid.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord; it can be worn hung from the neck
Origin declaration seen by Catawiki.
The seller warrants that they are entitled to ship this lot.
1074/PANDO 11
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.
Talisman have been used in many civilizations throughout history, with connections to astrological, scientific, religious practices, personal protection of the user, their loved ones or belongings, help fertility and assist crop production.
INTERPRETATION: This Celtic amulet represents the eternal protection of the home and family. Its main symbol is the burning coal from the Samhain bonfire, a Celtic festival that marked the end of the harvest and at which 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 is composed 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. Taken 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 nice.
Dimensions: 23 x 16 x 2 mm.
Weight: 2.08 g.
Condition: Excellent, usable. see photos.
It presents on its surface the 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 era have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
By bidding, the buyer accepts my terms. If you do not agree, please do not bid.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord; it can be worn hung from the neck
Origin declaration seen by Catawiki.
The seller warrants that they are entitled to ship this lot.
1074/PANDO 11
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Celtic tribe
Metal
-Bronze-Beautiful hanging amulet-Talisman for protection-23 mm-5th–4th centuries-great patina.
Century/timeframe
Siglo III-I A.C
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
2.08 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.
