Ancient Roman Silver Pendant, エロスがヒポカンパスに乗る陰刻版画
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Ancient Roman silver pendant set with an oval green intaglio depicting Eros riding a Hippocampus, dating to the 1st–3rd century AD, in good wearable condition with an integral suspension loop, measuring about 17.8 × 21.1 mm and acquired in 2026 from the Netherlands from a dealer at a fair.
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Ancient Roman silver pendant set with an oval green intaglio gem engraved with a mythological scene. The gem depicts a youthful figure, possibly Eros (Cupid), riding a Hippocampus, the mythical creature combining the forepart of a horse with the tail of a fish. The figure sits astride the animal while the Hippocampus advances with raised forelegs and a stylised fish tail extending behind.
The engraved gem is set within an oval silver bezel with an integral suspension loop above, allowing the piece to be worn as a pendant.
-> Such pendants incorporating engraved gems were worn as personal ornaments and could also function as protective amulets.
-> The hippocampus is a mythical sea monster with the upper body of a horse and the lower body of a fish. It is shared by Phoenician, Pictish, Roman and Greek mythology. In antiquity, poets and artists often attached the animal to the chariot of Poseidon.
The hippocampus symbolizes water, power, bravery, and helpfulness. It is also defined as a symbol of hope and strength. and is associated with Poseidon, the god of the sea.
Width: ± 17,8 mm
Height: ± 21,1 mm (including suspension loop)
Condition: Good condition, quality intaglio, wearable. The silver mount and suspension loop remain intact. The glass or stone intaglio is well preserved with clear engraved details. Minor wear and patina consistent with age and use.
-> Engraved gems (intaglios) were widely used in Roman jewellery and personal accessories. Besides their decorative appeal, many were believed to possess symbolic or protective qualities and were commonly worn as pendants or set in rings.
-> In Roman mythology, Eros, known as Cupid, was the god of love and desire, traditionally the son of Venus. While often depicted as a playful winged youth, in earlier Greco-Roman art he could also represent a more powerful cosmic force of attraction.
In Roman visual culture, Eros frequently appears on gems and rings, symbolising love, fertility, devotion and sometimes the pleasures of life.
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This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
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* 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.
Ancient Roman silver pendant set with an oval green intaglio gem engraved with a mythological scene. The gem depicts a youthful figure, possibly Eros (Cupid), riding a Hippocampus, the mythical creature combining the forepart of a horse with the tail of a fish. The figure sits astride the animal while the Hippocampus advances with raised forelegs and a stylised fish tail extending behind.
The engraved gem is set within an oval silver bezel with an integral suspension loop above, allowing the piece to be worn as a pendant.
-> Such pendants incorporating engraved gems were worn as personal ornaments and could also function as protective amulets.
-> The hippocampus is a mythical sea monster with the upper body of a horse and the lower body of a fish. It is shared by Phoenician, Pictish, Roman and Greek mythology. In antiquity, poets and artists often attached the animal to the chariot of Poseidon.
The hippocampus symbolizes water, power, bravery, and helpfulness. It is also defined as a symbol of hope and strength. and is associated with Poseidon, the god of the sea.
Width: ± 17,8 mm
Height: ± 21,1 mm (including suspension loop)
Condition: Good condition, quality intaglio, wearable. The silver mount and suspension loop remain intact. The glass or stone intaglio is well preserved with clear engraved details. Minor wear and patina consistent with age and use.
-> Engraved gems (intaglios) were widely used in Roman jewellery and personal accessories. Besides their decorative appeal, many were believed to possess symbolic or protective qualities and were commonly worn as pendants or set in rings.
-> In Roman mythology, Eros, known as Cupid, was the god of love and desire, traditionally the son of Venus. While often depicted as a playful winged youth, in earlier Greco-Roman art he could also represent a more powerful cosmic force of attraction.
In Roman visual culture, Eros frequently appears on gems and rings, symbolising love, fertility, devotion and sometimes the pleasures of life.
Catawiki disclaimer:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
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.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* 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!
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文化
Ancient Roman
世紀/年代
1st-3rd century AD
商品名
Eros riding a Hippocampus Intaglio, Pendant
取得先
Dealer at a fair
取得年
2026
素材
Silver
取得国
Netherlands
コンディション
Good
前所有者の取得先
Dealer at a fair
前所有者 - 取得年
2026
前所有者 - 取得国
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.
