Shedu Silver Necklace with Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Winged Figure Amulet and Natural Sapphire

This necklace is named after Shedu - the protective winged spirit of ancient Mesopotamia, guardian of thresholds, keeper of those who carried its image close. The pendant at its center is an authentic ancient amulet, carved from steatite, part of a group of nine amulets rooted in Near Eastern apotropaic traditions of the first millennium BCE. The winged figure incised on its surface was not decorative - it was functional, a personal protective device meant to be worn, handled, carried. The surface wear and softened relief visible today are consistent with exactly that - age, handling, and burial across millennia. Sourced from a private European collection, acquired on the art market in the late 20th century. The amulet is set in 925 silver plated with 18K gold, crowned with a natural oval-cut sapphire - a stone long associated with wisdom, divine favor, and the protection of those who seek truth. This is a singular edition - handmade by the designer himself with no second copy in existence. For those who wear history, not just jewelry. PLEASE NOTE: This pendant is made with an authentic ancient artifact and natural gemstones that may exhibit cracks, scratches, and color irregularities - these are not flaws, but marks of authenticity and age. Gemstone colors may appear differently depending on lighting conditions; please refer to the model photo for the most accurate representation.Metal: 925 Silver, Nickel-Free, Hypoallergenic, Safe for Sensitive SkinGemstones: SapphirePlating: 18K GoldWidth 26 mmLength 32 mmWeight 11.97 g