Ancient Greek SILVER Amulet Pendant Selene goddess personification of the Moon

Description: >>> Expertise of the materials : GUARANTEED SOLID SILVER (900 / 920) and Silver have authentic GENUINE OLD PATINA. >>> WEARABLE : HISTORICAL MASTERPIECE Crafted with precision, this ancient Greek amulet pendant embodies the essence of Selene, the goddess personifying the Moon. The piece is a testament to the artistry of Europe's distant past, with its intricate intaglio features and solid silver composition, ensuring both beauty and durability. Its Grecian style reflects a storied heritage, making it an exceptional addition to any collection. The pendant comes from a private collection, guaranteeing its uniqueness and one-of-a-kind status. With a provenance traceable to 200 BC, this original piece boasts a 900/920 silver metal composition, radiating a timeless allure. This amulet is not just a piece of jewelry but a slice of history, an heirloom that transcends generations. MEASUREMENTS & WEIGHT <> 3.25 grams <> <> 27 / 14 millimeters <><> Condition : Extremely Fine Selene : In ancient Greek mythology and religion, Selene (/sɪˈliːniː/; Ancient Greek: Σελήνη pronounced [selɛ̌ːnɛː] seh-LEH-neh, meaning "Moon") is the goddess and personification of the Moon. Also known as Mene, she is traditionally the daughter of the Titans Hyperion and Theia, and sister of the sun god Helios and the dawn goddess Eos. She drives her moon chariot across the heavens. Several lovers are attributed to her in various myths, including Zeus, Pan, and the mortal Endymion. In post-classical times, Selene was often identified with Artemis, much as her brother, Helios, was identified with Apollo. Selene and Artemis were also associated with Hecate and all three were regarded as moon and lunar goddesses, but only Selene was regarded as the personification of the Moon itself. Selene, along with her brother, her sister and the sky-god Zeus, is one of the few Greek deities of a clear Proto-Indo-European origin, although they were sidelined by later non-PIE newcomers to the pantheon, as remaining on the sidelines became their primary function, to be the minor deities the major ones were juxtaposed to, thus helping keep the Greek religion Greek. The original PIE moon deity has been reconstructed as *Meh₁not (from which 'Mene', Selene's byname, is derived), and it appears that it was a male god. The Greek offshoot of this deity however is female. The ancient Greek language had three grammatical genders (masculine, feminine and neuter), so when a god or a goddess personified an object or a concept, they inherited the gender of the corresponding noun; selene, the Greek noun for 'Moon', is a feminine one (whereas men is a masculine one), so the deity embodying it is also by necessity female. In PIE mythology, the Moon, which is a male figure, was seen as forming a pair–usually wedlock–with the Sun, which is a female figure, and which in Greek mythology is recognized in the male deity and Selene's brother Helios. It seems however that unlike the Dawn (Eos) and the Sun (Helios), the Moon had very little importance in PIE mythology. Although attempts have been made to connect Selene to Helen of Troy due to the similarity of their names, in two early dedications to Helen from Laconia her name is spelled with a digamma (Ancient Greek: Ϝελένα, romanized: Weléna), ruling out any possible connection between them. 'Helen' is more likely related to 'Helios' instead, and it seems that the two figures stem from a common Proto-Indo-European ancestor, the Sun Maiden.>>> Numismatic Note : On the detailed pictures, the buyer can see the condition of this item, good condition, strong !!! Choice about extremely fine detail with a gorgeous patina !!! A stunning and exceptional example of this humongous artifact !!! >>> The Pendant is presented in its unaltered condition, with detailing of the features clearly visible, a relatively smooth surface, and a naturally aged patina, colors as maintained. If you examine the enlarged photos of this Masterpiece, you'll see that it has been meticulously crafted with stunning details. I'm confident that you'll be 100% satisfied with this Pendant, which is not only a beautiful work of art but also great antiquities. Thank you for considering our offerings, and we look forward to serving you !!! At our shop, we take pride in offering a unique collection of Ancient Artifacts of diverse cultures from different eras that are truly one-of-a-kind. Many of these items are quite old and rare, and once they are sold, we may not be able to find another one to replace it. That's why we believe that whoever possesses one of these special Extremely Fine Pendant can be considered to have true pride. 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Price: 160 USD

Location: EUROPE

End Time: 2025-01-10T10:05:58.000Z

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