A double-sided Majapahit Fish lead/tin alloy artifact from the Majapahit Empire, Java/Sumatra (13th - 16th Century), itemnumber: W5148

A double-sided Majapahit Fish lead/tin alloy artifact from the Majapahit Empire, Java/Sumatra (13th - 16th Century)

While most regional "fish money" or votive pieces are flat-backed, this specimen was designed to be admired from every angle, signifying its high status and ritual importance.

The amulet displays meticulously defined scales, fins, and a lively expression on both its obverse and reverse. This suggests it was created using a sophisticated two-part mold, a technique reserved for objects of significant spiritual or social value.
In the maritime Majapahit culture, the fish represented the abundance of the sea and the vital life force of water. A double-sided depiction like this likely served as a powerful talisman for protection, fertility, and endless good fortune.
The object carries a rich, dark archaeological patina, with the fine lines of the scales still remarkably crisp despite centuries of burial.
Specifications
Origin: Java / Sumatra region, Indonesia.
Period: Majapahit Empire era.
Material: Heavy tin/lead alloy.
Decoration: Fully detailed on both sides.
Dimensions: 48 x 33 x 3 mm.
Weight: 16.5 grams.
This double-sided amulet is a significant step above standard archaeological finds from the region—a true connoisseur's piece that tells a story of ancient Indonesian craftsmanship and faith.

Dimensions: diameter in mm: 46x29x3, weigth in gram: 16,5

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