Silver Neck Ring, 475–400 , Celtic, Silver, Overall: 5 7/8 x 6 1/16 x 15/16 in. ( x x cm), Metalwork-Silver


Silver Neck Ring, 475–400 , Celtic, Silver, Overall: 5 7/8 x 6 1/16 x 15/16 in. ( x x cm), Metalwork-Silver, Neck rings, worn by both men and women, were often seen as symbols of divinity or high rank, while also offering protective powers. Ancient writers noted that the first-century Celtic queen Boudicca, who fought against the Romans in Britain, wore a gold neck ring in battle


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