Celtic seahorse-amulet, 1st century, bronze

Product description

This graceful amulet in seahorse shape is modeled on a Celtic 'dragonesque' fibula from the 1st century AD. This type of robe pin spread among the Celtic Britons after the Roman conquest of England and unites Celtic formal language with Roman influences.

In ancient times, seahorses were believed to pull the chariots of the sea gods, and so they became associated with Neptune and Poseidon. An emotional meaning was also attributed to the seahorse: it is said to bring movement to the emotional life and provide confidence, direction and harmony.

A graceful one amulet for those who want to portray Romano-British Celtic culture.