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Greek/Roman 24 Kt Gold Olive Leaf Laurel Wreath
€1,000€420-58%
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Beautiful Greek/Roman style 24 kt sprayed gold olive leaf laurel wreath. The unique piece can be worn on the head (fits an adult's head) or displayed as a decorative art sculpture. Dimensions are: Height: 20 cm Width: 17 cm Circumference: 58 cm This object is also known as kotinos (Greek: κότινος). This was the prize for the winner at the ancient Olympic Games. It was a branch of the wild olive tree that grew in Olympia (the "Kallistefanos Elea") intertwined into a circle or a horseshoe. The branches of the sacred wild olive tree near the temple of Zeus were cut by a so-called "pais amphithales" (a boy whose both parents were still alive) with golden scissors. The boy then took them to the temple of Hera and laid them on a table of golden ivory. From there, the "Hellanodikai" (the judges of the Olympic Games) would take them, make the wreaths and crown the winners of the Games. The item will be carefully packaged and shipped insured. Free pickup here in Utrecht is also possible.
Creases, but still in good condition.
Creases, but still in good condition.
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ConditionGoodColorsGoldMaterialFlowers, GoldNumber of items1Height5 cmWidth20 cmDepth14 cmSigns of usageWrinkles
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Utrecht, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since November 2023 • 0 sales