Double Headed Axe Labrys silver pendant - Minoan symbol of the Creation

Description: DOUBLE HEADED AXE LABRYS SILVER PENDANT Labrys Sterling Silver Pendant - Double Headed Axe - Pelekys - Minoan Crete - Ancient Greece - Symbol of the Arche of the Creation Plutarch relates that the word labrys was a Lydian word for 'axe',in Greek it was called πέλεκυς, pelekys. Many scholars including Evans assert that the word labyrinth is derived from labrys and thus, would imply 'house of the double axe'.A priestly corporation in Delphi was named Labyades. The original name was probably Labryades, servants of the double axe. In Roman times at Patrai and Messene, a goddess Laphria was worshipped, commonly identified with Artemis. Her name was said to be derived from the region around Delphi. In ancient Crete, the double axe was an important sacred symbol of the supposed Minoan religion. In Crete the double axe only accompanies female goddesses, never male gods. It seems that it was the symbol of the arche of the creation (matriarchy ). Small versions were used as votive offerings and have been found in considerable numbers; the Arkalochori Axe is a famous example. Minoan double axes have also recently been found in the prehistoric town of Akrotiri (Santorini Island) along with other objects of apparent religious significance.This pendant is handcrafted with extra care in 925 Sterling Silver. It is handmade in Greece, its width is 2.5cm,its height is 3.1 cm and weighs approximately 5.5 g. This pendant is without the chain(260-ΔΙΠΛΟ) Details:Condition: New, Made in GreeceMaterial: Sterling SilverHeight: 3.1 cmWidth: 2.5 cm Weight: 5.5gThis pendant is without the chain

Price: 44.91 USD

Location: Rafina., Rafina.

End Time: 2024-02-28T12:06:45.000Z

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