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Celtic silver votive bird with linear and (rare) wavy decoration on the sides.
A very nice example with distinguishable features of the beak and tail.

In the Celtic and Roman world birds were seen as messengers from the divine and bringers of good or ill omen.
Druids, the spiritual leaders of the Celts, revered birds for their ability to soar high above the earth and communicate with the divine. They believed that their songs and flight patterns held hidden meanings.

Size: ± 20,4 x 11,6 x 6,5 mm
Weight: ± 3,94 g

Condition: good solid condition. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images.

Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).

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Celtic Silver Votive Bird 'Divine Messengers'

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