CELTIC VOTIVE BELL, 7th-5th CENTURY BC

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Silvered bronze, over 1/2" height plus the loop. Cast with intricate transverse and beaded bands decoration by the lost wax process. The plain form are generally acknowledged as exchange objects (money) and frequently are encountered with pieces chipped out. This example was clearly more important and likely made for an important votive (sacrificial) purpose. Found in Ireland, England (Scotland) and Western Europe. Very rarely encountered. Professionally refurbished with silver overlay on modern 18" Sterling silver neck chain. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.

•Celtic Roman Viking Medieval Norse Scandinavian ancient ring bracelet necklace

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CELTIC VOTIVE BELL, 7th-5th CENTURY BC

Lot 0026

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May 27, 2026, 2:12 PM EDT

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Genuine Ancient Jewelry for Modern Wear

May 22, 2026 7:00 PM EDT

New York, NY, United States

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