Roman Bronze Penannular ‘Type C’ Fibula

GBP 110.00

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Object Description

A Late Roman penannular type c style brooch cast in bronze. It displays a squared section ring shaped body, with coiled terminals. The pin is attached to the brooch by a coil and tapers slightly inwards to a sharp pointed terminal to ensure secure fastening to the garment. A mottled green patina covers the entirety of the piece and there are some minor chips across the ring and pin consistent with age and wear.

Circa 3rd-4th Century AD

Object History

From an important European private collection, 1980s-2000s.

Object Condition

Good condition. Patination across the piece.

Object Details

  • diameter
    4.9 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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