A Phoenician Silver Armlet, circa 8th–5th century BCE Vessels while a delicate beaded border

while a delicate beaded border frames the faience bezel without overwhelming its vivid blue glaze

Medium:  Gold

Its monumental size and restrained design suggest a ritual rather than domestic function

Two small horizontal lug handles adorn the shoulders

A Phoenician Silver Armlet, circa 8th–5th century BCE Vessels while a delicate beaded borderThis rare Phoenician silver armlet is crafted from a single strand of twisted silver wire, shaped into a series of wavy undulations. The armlet is decorated with coiled wire at both ends, a hallmark of Phoenician metalworking from the 8th to 5th century BCE. These decorative coils add structural strength and visual interest, creating a piece that is both functional and symbolic. The armlets wavy form suggests that it was designed to fit comfortably