Ca. 100-200 AD. An outstanding bronze pendant in the shape of a phallus, with stylised testicles and a suspension loop for hanging. The pendant is exquisitely crafted, made from bronze, and carefully hand-polished to a beautiful sheen. The phallic amulets were protective talismans that could ward off evil and were believed to bring good luck, health, and fertility. For a similar, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 60.117.2.Size: L:45mm / W:20mm ; 35gProvenance: Private London collection; British art market 1990s.