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Villanova pendant

Bronze (with silver and gold)
Italy, Villanova culture, ca. 900 BC
H. of original bronze pendant 4.85 cm

This Villanovan bronze sheet pendant is applied on a modern 935 silver plaque. Attached is a 18K golden eyelet ring for suspension to be worn as a necklace. Mended from two parts, affixed with a golden wire. Galerie Rhéa has so began with the craft of unique wearable jewelry using ancient parts and elements.

Condition: Wearable

Provenance: ex Swiss private collection, Dr. L.M., Zurich, 1990’s.

Item reference: JE0333