A gold ( 13,16 Karat ) male fertility talisman / lingam from the ancient Khmer culture, a relic of cult Lord Shiva from ancient Khmer culture. It has been found in a temple with hundreds of other pieces around the central Lingam altar. End of the first millennium AD , Pre-Angkor period. In good condition. Traces of use and age on its surface. The nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, artisan casting , carving and grinding. XRF test ! Purchased mid 90's in Bangkok from the collection of a Britsh collector. Important information : The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States. Provenance : This lot comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting. Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher. Publications : More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy. Co-Author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.