khayber Sword

Jim McDougall · 9th June 2007, 07:33 PM

In notes concerning the circle and dot motif there are suggestions that this decoration is sometimes found on inscribed objects of the civilization around Ellora c.6th c. India. A bone amulet c.3rd c. B.C. is noted as Sonkh, Mathura and is further described as interpreted to symbolize a shield (termed 'd.ha......uh not dha guys !

With connotation as a protective device such as a shield, it is suggested that its appearance on an amulet for protection would seem plausible.
Not a great deal of detail, but interesting concept.

Best regards,
Jim

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9th June 2007, 07:33 PM	#15
Jim McDougall Arms Historian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Route 66 Posts: 10,670	In notes concerning the circle and dot motif there are suggestions that this decoration is sometimes found on inscribed objects of the civilization around Ellora c.6th c. India. A bone amulet c.3rd c. B.C. is noted as Sonkh, Mathura and is further described as interpreted to symbolize a shield (termed 'd.ha......uh not dha guys ! With connotation as a protective device such as a shield, it is suggested that its appearance on an amulet for protection would seem plausible. Not a great deal of detail, but interesting concept. Best regards, Jim