A hoard of over fifty lead-cast pony figurines has been recovered from a ritual spring in the heart of Burgundy, France. These artifacts, dating to the late 1st century AD, are uniquely detailed and were likely offered as votive gifts during an annual festival dedicated to Epona, the protector of horses and travelers.
The sheer number of figurines suggests a large-scale equestrian parade where local breeders and riders sought divine protection for their herds. This discovery highlights the persistence of indigenous Gallic traditions within the Roman religious framework, marking the site as a major center for early European horse heritage celebrations.