Ancient Levant Silver Bull Amulet
DocuJewel® 39116.1
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Levant
Iron Age Silver Amulet of a Bull
Ancient Levantine bull amulets, commonly used during the Bronze and Iron Ages (ca. 1200–900 BC), symbolized virility, fertility, and strength, often representing deities like El or Baal
Symbolism: The bull was a potent symbol of generation, virility, and the "invincible force" of nature. It was closely associated with the Canaanite supreme god El, often referred to as "Bull El".
Metal: Silver
Circa: 800-700 B.C.E
Measurements:
42mm Widest Width 44mm Length 13mm Depth
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Levant
Iron Age Silver Amulet of a Bull
Ancient Levantine bull amulets, commonly used during the Bronze and Iron Ages (ca. 1200–900 BC), symbolized virility, fertility, and strength, often representing deities like El or Baal
Symbolism: The bull was a potent symbol of generation, virility, and the "invincible force" of nature. It was closely associated with the Canaanite supreme god El, often referred to as "Bull El".
Metal: Silver
Circa: 800-700 B.C.E
Measurements:
42mm Widest Width 44mm Length 13mm Depth