Celtic Druid Basket Amulet Pendant
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Celtic bronze Druid Basket Amulet Pendant, dating to the 2nd century BC–1st century AD, about 37.5 mm long and 17.8 mm in diameter, in good condition with olive‑green patina and signs of wear, acquired in 2025 from a dealer at a fair in the Netherlands.
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Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
A very rare Celtic Druid basket-shaped amulet pendant, made of solid bronze. The amulet is formed as a small vessel with a globular lower body, waisted neck and flaring rim. Above the rim rises an arched handle, surmounted by an integral circular suspension loop, allowing the piece to be worn as a pendant.
The form closely imitates a miniature container, rendered in a highly stylised and symbolic manner. A small quantity of liquid or paste could be carried inside the vessel.
Length: ± 37,5 mm
Diameter: ± 17,8 mm
Condition: good solid condition. Some wear and signs of pressure. Appealing smooth olive-green patina. Earthen encrustations and wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Amulets of this type are generally interpreted as protective or symbolic objects, possibly associated with fertility, prosperity or ritual offerings, rather than functional vessels.
A compact and evocative example of Celtic personal adornment, combining strong symbolic form with the tactile presence of ancient bronze, and offering a direct link to Iron Age Druid belief and ritual practice.
Seller's Story
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
A very rare Celtic Druid basket-shaped amulet pendant, made of solid bronze. The amulet is formed as a small vessel with a globular lower body, waisted neck and flaring rim. Above the rim rises an arched handle, surmounted by an integral circular suspension loop, allowing the piece to be worn as a pendant.
The form closely imitates a miniature container, rendered in a highly stylised and symbolic manner. A small quantity of liquid or paste could be carried inside the vessel.
Length: ± 37,5 mm
Diameter: ± 17,8 mm
Condition: good solid condition. Some wear and signs of pressure. Appealing smooth olive-green patina. Earthen encrustations and wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Amulets of this type are generally interpreted as protective or symbolic objects, possibly associated with fertility, prosperity or ritual offerings, rather than functional vessels.
A compact and evocative example of Celtic personal adornment, combining strong symbolic form with the tactile presence of ancient bronze, and offering a direct link to Iron Age Druid belief and ritual practice.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Celtic
Century/ Timeframe
2nd century BC - 1st century AD
Name of object
Druid Basket Amulet Pendant
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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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.
