Greek & Hallstatt Bronze Disc Ornaments & Comb, 24 pcs
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Greece, Geometric /Archaic Period, ca. 8th to 5th century BCE; Central Europe, Hallstatt / La Tene culture, ca. 8th to 1st century BCE. A collection of 24 assorted bronze Greek medallions and ornaments for wearing on a belt or clothing - one has small tines and may have been a Hallstatt hair comb / beard pick pendant. Most of the votives are known as labrys, a symmetrical double-bladed axe. Rarely used in battle, the form has been associated with the symbolism of goddesses since the Minoan period at least, and later with Athena. Belts and clothing with bronze and other precious metals signified the status of their wearer, and they were buried with bronze finery such as these ornaments. Size of large disc: 1.25" Diameter (3.2 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#140487
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#140487
Condition
Surfaces cleaned and polished in modern times. Losses and fissures as shown. Comb is missing tines. Nice green patina throughout.
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Greek & Hallstatt Bronze Disc Ornaments & Comb, 24 pcs
Estimate $900 - $1,200
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