Hamsa (lucky) bird - Cambodian - 1847 AD
To appreciate its size, the relief of the coin and the shape of the bail, see the picture showing the coin next to a US quarter. The coin was first set in a gold bezel, which was then hammered over the edge of both sides. This was then sanded and polished. This pendant is built to last.
Comes with certificate which guarantees authenticity and provides background information (listed below) on the acquired coin
Cambodian 1 Fuang, mint around 1847 AD
Obverse: Hindu Hamsa Bird
Reverse: Blank
Framed Coin Size: 16mm Diameter
Within Cambodian Hindu culture, the Hamsa bird has been sacred for millennia, going all the way back to books written around 900 B.C. Said to be able to navigate the three elements—air, land and water—this mythical swan represents the Supreme Spirit from which all things are made. This elegant creature is so revered that it serves as the sacred mount for Saraswati, transporting the multi-armed Hindu goddess of knowledge and the arts along the waterways of her domain. Due to its ability to distinguish the difference between good and evil, the Hamsa became a prominent figure on coins where for hundreds of years it was regarded as a symbol of good luck, purity and enlightenment. According to Cambodian folklore, to have one of these coins is to hold the whole universe in the palm of your hand!
To appreciate its size, the relief of the coin and the shape of the bail, see the picture showing the coin next to a US quarter. The coin was first set in a gold bezel, which was then hammered over the edge of both sides. This was then sanded and polished. This pendant is built to last.
Comes with certificate which guarantees authenticity and provides background information (listed below) on the acquired coin
Cambodian 1 Fuang, mint around 1847 AD
Obverse: Hindu Hamsa Bird
Reverse: Blank
Framed Coin Size: 16mm Diameter
Within Cambodian Hindu culture, the Hamsa bird has been sacred for millennia, going all the way back to books written around 900 B.C. Said to be able to navigate the three elements—air, land and water—this mythical swan represents the Supreme Spirit from which all things are made. This elegant creature is so revered that it serves as the sacred mount for Saraswati, transporting the multi-armed Hindu goddess of knowledge and the arts along the waterways of her domain. Due to its ability to distinguish the difference between good and evil, the Hamsa became a prominent figure on coins where for hundreds of years it was regarded as a symbol of good luck, purity and enlightenment. According to Cambodian folklore, to have one of these coins is to hold the whole universe in the palm of your hand!
To appreciate its size, the relief of the coin and the shape of the bail, see the picture showing the coin next to a US quarter. The coin was first set in a gold bezel, which was then hammered over the edge of both sides. This was then sanded and polished. This pendant is built to last.
Comes with certificate which guarantees authenticity and provides background information (listed below) on the acquired coin
Cambodian 1 Fuang, mint around 1847 AD
Obverse: Hindu Hamsa Bird
Reverse: Blank
Framed Coin Size: 16mm Diameter
Within Cambodian Hindu culture, the Hamsa bird has been sacred for millennia, going all the way back to books written around 900 B.C. Said to be able to navigate the three elements—air, land and water—this mythical swan represents the Supreme Spirit from which all things are made. This elegant creature is so revered that it serves as the sacred mount for Saraswati, transporting the multi-armed Hindu goddess of knowledge and the arts along the waterways of her domain. Due to its ability to distinguish the difference between good and evil, the Hamsa became a prominent figure on coins where for hundreds of years it was regarded as a symbol of good luck, purity and enlightenment. According to Cambodian folklore, to have one of these coins is to hold the whole universe in the palm of your hand!
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I specialize in setting ancient coins. As a collector, I create jewelry to share these amazing objects. Setting them, however, requires knowledge because of their irregular shapes. There are some quality competitors, but most sellers fall outside of that group. What’s even worse than a poorly set coin is one that is forced into pre-made bezels. These may be suitable for some modern, machine-made, coins, but they are not for hand-struck ancient coins. We offer a range of settings and of coin types. What setting works best depends on the coin’s characteristics and the customer’s preference. For thin coins, I prefer a prong setting, and for thicker ones, a bezel setting. I wrote a blog on settings. Regarding pricing, many sellers take advantage of unaware buyers that think that something must be worth a lot since the coins are that old. In fact, many ancient coins can be bought for a modest price. It all depends on the coin and its quality. Certainly, if you are looking for an Athenian owl tetradrachm, you are going to have to spend quite a bit. When I am done setting, I research the competition before I price any pendant. Through this process, I think I offer my items at unbeatable prices. Feel free to message me if you think you found a better deal elsewhere (for the same coin type, in a similar condition, and set in the same way).
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