His weapon and main symbol was the trident, perhaps once a fish spear. According to the Greek poet Hesiod, Poseidon's trident, like Zeus's thunderbolt and Hades' helmet, was fashioned by the three Cyclopes.

What does Poseidon carry with him?

The trident is associated with the sea god Poseidon. This divine instrument is said to have been forged by the cyclopes.

What did Poseidon often hold?

Poseidon often holds a trident. If he has no attribute, he can sometimes be confused with statues of Zeus, who is also presented similarly in art. ... Poseidon's symbol or attribute: The three-pronged trident. He is associated with horses, seen in the crashing of waves on the shore.