Bull-head gold cut-outs with double axes

National Archeological Museum, Athens, Greece

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Material: Gold
Date range: 16th century BC
Origin: Grave Circle A, Mycenae

These bull-head ornaments were likely used in burial ceremonies or sacred dress. Bulls often symbolized divine strength and fertility in ancient religion.

The double axe above each head is a Minoan symbol of consecration. Its presence suggests a link to ritual authority or divine power.

Found in Grave IV, these pieces reflect elite status and spiritual beliefs. Their placement may have marked the body or garment as ritually charged.

Museum label reference: Gold cut-outs in the shape of bull heads crowned by double axes. Grave IV (353, 354)

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Gold bull-head ornaments crowned with double axes from Grave IV, Mycenae

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Source:  Athens, Greece