VENDROME - CORO LAMASSU MESOPOTAMIA MYTHOLOGY PENDANT & 18'' CHAIN *1960'S

Description

Rare piece by Vendrome < 1944-1979 > which was a higher end subsidiary of the Coro Jewelry Co.
This piece was found in tissue with other 1960's & 1970's costume jewelry, so that is when I am dating it to.
The piece is HUGE!  It is a mythological Lamassu amulet / pendant with an adjustable chain... The largest the chain will go is about 18 1/2''.< an extender could be added in the future>,  The " clasp " has a fleur de Lis. The piece is double stamped, once on the back which is a bit hard to read, and once on the chain.
There is no plate loss or scratches at all on this piece.
I found the following on the web about the Mythological Lamassu:
Lamassu are human-headed, eagle-winged, bulls or lions that once protected cities in Mesopotamia. They were believed to be very powerful creatures, and served both as a clear reminder of the king’s ultimate authority and as symbols of protection for all people.
The most famous colossal statues of Lamassu have been excavated at the sites of the Assyrian capitals established by King Assurnasirpal II (reigned 883 – 859 BC) and King Sargon II (reigned 721 – 705 BC).  The winged beasts from Nimrud in Iraq (the ancient city of Kalhu) also became very famous when Lamassu there were damaged in 2015. Other statues of the mythical beasts belong to cities like ancient Dur Sharrukin (current Khorsabad, Iraq).
Every important city wanted to have Lamassu protect the gateway to their citadel. At the same time, another winged creature was made to keep watch at the throne room entrance. Additionally, they were the guardians who inspired armies to protect their cities. The Mesopotamians believed that Lamassu frightened away the forces of chaos and brought peace to their homes.
Lamassu
in the Akkadian language means “protective spirits.”
Lamassu frequently appear in Mesopotamian art and mythology. The first recorded Lamassu comes from circa 3,000 BC. Other names for Lamassu are Lumasi, Alad, and Shedu. Sometimes a Lamassu is portrayed as a female deity, but usually it is presented with a more masculine head. The female Lamassu were called “apsasu.”
The pendant measures: 4 1/2'' top to bottom < including loop on ram's head down to the dangles > X 2 3/4'' wide.
The detailing on this piece is gorgeous!  Very rare find from Vendome.
Will be shipped 1st class mail envelope inside a jewelry box with bubble wrap.   I will cover insurance on this piece.  Thank You.
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