Greco-Bactrian Silver Hermes Deity Portrait Pendant Talisman - 100 mm

A silver pendant depicting Hermes Deity portrait from the ancient Greco-Bactrian, Hellenistic culture. First Millennium AD. The object has been mounted in recent times to be worn as jewellery In good condition. It has been cleaned partly, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Purchased 1995/London by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market. Important information : The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States. Provenance : This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting. Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher. Publications : More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy. Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art. Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as an analysis of metals(XRF-test) have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

Stima:€800

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