1st C. Roman Cochlearium (for Snails / Shellfish)
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**Originally Listed At $300**
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to early 2nd century CE. A set of two brass Roman spoons known as a cochlearium, designed specifically for eating snails or shellfish- the handles narrow into a points at the end for use as a pick to extract gastropods from their shells. Snails were a popular dish in Roman times - cochlea is Latin for "snail," and the best Roman villas had pens in the garden for raising snails. Farmers fed their snails fresh milk to fatten and enhance the flavor of these creatures; cochlearium spoons were certainly necessary utensils when snails were served regularly! Size: 6.25" L x 1.5" W (15.9 cm x 3.8 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#175496
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to early 2nd century CE. A set of two brass Roman spoons known as a cochlearium, designed specifically for eating snails or shellfish- the handles narrow into a points at the end for use as a pick to extract gastropods from their shells. Snails were a popular dish in Roman times - cochlea is Latin for "snail," and the best Roman villas had pens in the garden for raising snails. Farmers fed their snails fresh milk to fatten and enhance the flavor of these creatures; cochlearium spoons were certainly necessary utensils when snails were served regularly! Size: 6.25" L x 1.5" W (15.9 cm x 3.8 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#175496
Condition
Tearing and losses to bowls. Surface wear. Dark toning and green patina.
Buyer's Premium
- 26.5%
1st C. Roman Cochlearium (for Snails / Shellfish)
Estimate $400 - $600
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