ROMANO-EGYPTIAN SILVER EAGLE PENDANT

Egypt, ca. 30 BC-300 AD
A silver eagle amulet, crafted with exceptional artistry, depicts an eagle with its majestic wings folded, imparting a sense of regality and poise. Perched atop an integral, flat base, the amulet captures the bird's commanding presence and emphasizes its association with authority and power. The eagle amulet's simplified depiction maintains a harmonious balance between artistic expression and recognizability. A suspension loop protrudes from the back of the amulet, enabling it to be easily affixed to a chain or cord. Eagles held significant meaning in the Roman world, representing a variety of concepts and entities. As powerful birds of prey, eagles were associated with deities such as Jupiter, the supreme god of the Roman pantheon, and Mars, the god of war. Eagles were also revered as symbols of the Roman Empire and its military might, often adorning standards and military insignia. This item comes with a modern necklace cord.
Size: L:16mm / W:10mm ; 4.95g
Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Estimate: GBP 200 - 300