Gold medallion of the Kingdom of Van
Gold medallion. Kingdom of Van, 9th century BC. The scene is described as the god of war Khaldi-Hayk handing a bow and arrow to the king.
On the left, a figure in a long garment stands on a lion, holding a bow. Facing it stands another figure in a pointed headdress and long garment, with hands stretched forward. In the upper left corner is a star-shaped sign.
