Roman Silver Sandal Sole Brooch

GBP 300.00

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Object Description

A Roman silver skeuomorphic plate brooch, in the shape of a sandal sole. The plate depicts the sole of a stylised sandal, with a rounded heel at the hinge end, leading to a wider toe section and tapering to a point. The reverse of the brooch is plain except for the original hinged pin holder and extensive catch. The pin is now missing.

Date: Circa 2nd – 3rd Century AD

Object History

Ex Cambridge collection, acquired 1990s-2000s.

Object Condition

Very fine condition with surface patination. The pin is now missing.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:1.1 x H:3.4 x D:0.9 centimeters

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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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