Thischoker with Leonine Protomesisinspired by the ancient jewels found in Pompeii. This is a copy taken from the original cat. n ° 6432 of the Superintendency of Taranto. Accessories similar, however, also come from Teano (an example is also in the grave goods of another burial), from Cuma (inv. 126405 of the Archaeological Museum of Naples). 

The crew neck is made of leather with a hook closure. The same type of clasp is found in a gold necklace preserved in the British Museum, of unknown provenance. 

Characteristics 

• Material: leather, 18K Gold plated 925 Silver, emerald green glass paste
• Weight: about 15 g
• Length: 42 cm
• Lace thickness: 0.5 cm
• Lace color: Black or Brown
• Artisan product made in Italy

Historical Curiosities 

The protome, for the ancient romans, was an artistic representation that saw the depiction of the front part of an animal (and in some cases even people) as leone, bull and ram which were often used in ornaments and in jewels. The latter were above all made of gold, to show one's belonging to the higher social classes. Often associated with animals considered amulets or symbolic. The lion on this bracelet is a symbol of great life force, courage, pride and royalty.  

Bibliography:
"Splendori. Il lusso negli ornamenti a Ercolano", a cura di Francesco Sirano.
"La bellezza femminile a Pompei", a cura di Antonio d'Ambrosio.
"The collections of the National Museum of Naples", edited by the Pedicini Photographic Archive.