The Tanit Pendant features an exceptionally rare and valuable silver tetradrachm, minted in Entella, western Sicily, circa 330–320 BCE. Entella was strategically positioned on a hill, controlling vital routes between the interior and coastal areas, which elevated its military and economic significance. Under Punic influence, the city became a centre of cultural exchange, blending Carthaginian symbolism with the artistry of Greek engravers, resulting in coins of extraordinary beauty and craftsmanship.
On the obverse, Tanit, the Carthaginian goddess of fertility, abundance, and protection, is portrayed in a powerful and serene profile, wearing a wreath of grain leaves, a triple pendant earring, and a pearl necklace. Her image reflects both divine strength and maternal grace, underscoring her central role in Carthaginian religion and society. The reverse features an unbridled horse, a potent symbol of freedom, vitality, and Carthaginian power. The horse, depicted leaping before a palm tree with two date clusters, evokes Carthage’s mythological origins and enduring connection to prosperity in the region. This motif celebrates both the dynamism of the Carthaginian Empire and the agricultural wealth it controlled.
Struck during the height of Hellenistic influence, this coin exemplifies the magnificent Greek style, recalling the decadrachms of master engravers like Euainetos of Syracuse. Its artistry and cultural significance place it among the masterpieces of Hellenistic craftsmanship while maintaining a distinctly Carthaginian identity.
The coin is set in a minimalist 18k frosted yellow gold bezel, designed to honour its historical importance while seamlessly enhancing its timeless beauty. As the first coin in the Tanit collection, it holds a special place as the inspiration behind the entire collection, celebrating history, mythology, and the enduring legacy of Tanit.
This pendant is a profound testament to the artistry, heritage, and timeless allure of ancient craftsmanship, a treasure that bridges millennia and embodies both power and elegance.
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