Golden Pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla

The Golden Pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla is a Scythian treasure discovered in a large kurgan near the city of Ordzonikidzhe in Ukraine in 1971.

The pectoral consists of four torques arranged in a concentric arc, forming three crescent-shaped fields. It dates to 300 B.C. It is 24k gold and weighs over a kilo; 1150 grams. The top section reflects daily life. The middle section is believed to represent nature. The third section is thought to represent Scythian belief in their mythology.

The grave mound belonged to a high status Scythian aristocrat. Few objects survive due to grave robbers. The Golden Pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla remains one of the most astounding pieces of gold jewelry to ever survive from the ancient world.

The Golden Pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla is a masterpiece of Greco-Scythian metalwork.