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1985.50.727

Amulet of silver metal. Symmetrical pendant in a triangular shape with a winged head of the ancient Roman god Mercury at the top. A suspension ring is attached. [BA [OPS move] 20/9/2017]


1985.50.727

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet of silver metal. Symmetrical pendant in a triangular shape with a winged head of the ancient Roman god Mercury at the top. A suspension ring is attached. [BA [OPS move] 20/9/2017]
Geographical reference
Naples
Cultural groups
Italian
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1985
Date collected
By 1985
Acquisition information
Loaned: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Silver Metal, Material White Metal, Process Moulded, Process Bent
Dimensions
Width: max 22 mm, Length: max 41 mm, Depth: max 6 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.50.727

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Figure, Amulet, Pendant