Ancient Roman, Republic Bronze Necklace with a bronze Punic coin – Goddess Tanit and a horse head – - 50 cm

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Necklace with Punic bronze coin – Goddess Tanit and horse’s head – 3rd century BC

Carthage. Punic civilization. 3rd century BC (300–200 BC)

Original, historically inspired necklace made with an ancient bronze coin of Punic type, from the cultural and commercial sphere of Carthage during the 3rd century BC.

The coin features intriguing imagery associated with the beliefs and symbols of the Carthaginian world:

* Obverse: depiction of a female bust associated with Tanit, one of the principal deities of Carthaginian civilization.
* Reverse: depiction of a horse’s head, an emblematic symbol of Carthage, closely linked to its identity and monetary tradition.

The piece retains an attractive aged patina in green and dark tones, with intriguing reliefs that reflect its age and historical character.

The coin has been adapted as a pendant with a metal ring and hangs from an elegant black cord, creating a distinctive piece of jewelry that combines history, archaeology, and contemporary design.

Features:

* Culture: Punic or Carthaginian.
* Dating: 3rd century BC.
* Coin material: bronze.
* Diameter: 23 mm.
* Thickness: 3 mm.
* Necklace length: 50 cm.
* Setting: black cord with metal ring.
* Condition: aged patina, wear, and relief details characteristic of its historical circulation.

A piece of jewelry with more than 2,200 years of history, combining the appeal of ancient numismatics with the elegance of an exclusive jewelry piece. Ideal for collectors and lovers of Mediterranean civilizations alike.

Necklace with Punic bronze coin – Goddess Tanit and horse’s head – 3rd century BC

Carthage. Punic civilization. 3rd century BC (300–200 BC)

Original, historically inspired necklace made with an ancient bronze coin of Punic type, from the cultural and commercial sphere of Carthage during the 3rd century BC.

The coin features intriguing imagery associated with the beliefs and symbols of the Carthaginian world:

* Obverse: depiction of a female bust associated with Tanit, one of the principal deities of Carthaginian civilization.
* Reverse: depiction of a horse’s head, an emblematic symbol of Carthage, closely linked to its identity and monetary tradition.

The piece retains an attractive aged patina in green and dark tones, with intriguing reliefs that reflect its age and historical character.

The coin has been adapted as a pendant with a metal ring and hangs from an elegant black cord, creating a distinctive piece of jewelry that combines history, archaeology, and contemporary design.

Features:

* Culture: Punic or Carthaginian.
* Dating: 3rd century BC.
* Coin material: bronze.
* Diameter: 23 mm.
* Thickness: 3 mm.
* Necklace length: 50 cm.
* Setting: black cord with metal ring.
* Condition: aged patina, wear, and relief details characteristic of its historical circulation.

A piece of jewelry with more than 2,200 years of history, combining the appeal of ancient numismatics with the elegance of an exclusive jewelry piece. Ideal for collectors and lovers of Mediterranean civilizations alike.

Details

Culture
Ancient Roman, Republic
Century/timeframe
S. III DC
Name of object
Necklace with a bronze Punic coin – Goddess Tanit and a horse head –
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
50 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1955
Width
2.3 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
0.3 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Spain (Mainland)Verified
251
Objects sold
97.3%
Private

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