Object Description
An exceptional Ancient Roman silver hairpin, featuring the depiction of the goddess Victoria. The shaft is decorated in the upper part with a geometrical composition, tapering to a point for an easy insertion in the hair. The winged goddess is portrayed standing on a globe and holding a wreath in her right hand and a palm branch in the left hand, both symbols of victory. Delicate detailing is given to her gown, a peplos, as well as to her facial features. This item possibly belonged to a high ranked woman, who would have employed such pin to groom her hair in one of the intricate roman hairstyles which needed aid for support. Weight: 24.1 g.
Date: Circa 1st-3rd Century AD