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circa 1901-1907
With the outbreak of World War II
(1972) Editions des Musées Nationaux
smooth ancient patina with attractive mineral deposits and surface variegation from burial
and highly polished surface
A Hellenistic Gold Crescent Pendant and Chain, Hellenistic Period, ca. 3rd - 1st century BCE Jewelry - Gemstones circa 1901-1907This exceptional gold pendant takes the form of a stylized crescent, intricately crafted from sheet gold and adorned with fine wire and granulation work. A central architectural motif, likely a temple faade, is flanked on either side by pairings of confronting bulls, symbols of fertility, strength, and protection in ancient iconography. At either end of the crescent sit small rosettes, symbolic of divine light or celestial harmony. A third rosette is
