• Shinar Jewels Croesus Lion and Bull Necklace in 18ct gold plated stainless steel, featuring a lion and bull motif inspired by ancient Lydian coinage.
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THE ANCIENT NEAR EAST

Croesus Lion & Bull Necklace

Croesus Lion & Bull Necklace

£48.00 GBP
£48.00 GBP
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An ancient emblem from the dawn of gold coinage.

Inspired by the celebrated lion-and-bull coinage of King Croesus of Lydia, this necklace was originally created exclusively for the British Museum's Luxury and power: Persia to Greece exhibition.

DETAILS

HISTORICAL INSPIRATION

Lion-and-bull coinage of Croesus, Lydia, c. 560–546 BC

MATERIAL

18ct gold plated stainless steel

PENDANT SIZE

16mm x 12mm

CHAIN LENGTH

Adjustable to 16", 18" or 20" (40.6 cm, 45.7 cm or 50.8 cm)

CARE

To keep your jewellery looking its best, gently wipe with a soft cloth after wear and store separately when not in use.

Avoid abrasive cleaners, polishing compounds and anything that may scratch or unnecessarily wear the plated surface.

DELIVERY & RETURNS

Your Shinar jewellery will arrive carefully packaged and ready to give — or to keep.

UK and international delivery options, costs and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout.

Eligible unworn jewellery may be returned in accordance with our Returns Policy.

OUR GUARANTEE

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THE STORY

The Coinage of Croesus

More than 2,500 years ago, the kingdom of Lydia became part of one of the most important chapters in the early history of coinage.

During the reign of King Croesus in the sixth century BC, coins struck at Sardis carried the confronted foreparts of a lion and bull — a remarkable design that remains instantly recognisable today.

Croesus' coinage formed part of an important development in monetary history, using separately refined gold and silver. After Lydia was conquered by Cyrus the Great around 546 BC, the familiar lion-and-bull coinage continued at Sardis under Persian rule.

The Croesus Lion & Bull Necklace was originally created exclusively for the British Museum's Luxury and power: Persia to Greece exhibition, reimagining this ancient design as jewellery for today.

WEAR THE PAST.
The Coinage of Croesus
ARCHIVE NOTE
GOLD STATER OF CROESUS
Lydia · c. 560–546 BC
The Metropolitan Museum of Art · Public Domain
DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY LIFE

MADE FOR THE AGES

THE SHINAR STANDARD

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DURABLE STAINLESS STEEL

Made from hard-wearing stainless steel, chosen for strength and durability.

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18CT GOLD PLATED

Finished in our rich 18ct gold for the warmth and character of fine gold jewellery.

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WATERPROOF

Designed to go wherever you do — waterproof for everyday wear, from the shower to the pool and sea.

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SHINAR GUARANTEE

Designed for lasting wear and supported by the Shinar Jewels guarantee.

ANCIENT INSPIRATION · MODERN MATERIALS · MADE FOR THE AGES