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Roman Bronze Strap Fibula / Brooch - Great Condition

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Roman Bronze Strap Fibula / Brooch - Great Condition
Roman Bronze Strap Fibula / Brooch - Great Condition
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Description
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A bronze brooch with a curved, smooth body to accommodate leather or a large wad of cloth. The top and bottom have decorative knob motifs as well as an intact pin and catch plate mechanism behind; there are remains of gilding. A fibula this large and beautiful would have belonged to an elite member of society. Comes with custom stand. Size: 0.7" W x 3.8" H (1.8 cm x 9.7 cm); height on stand: 4.75" (12.1 cm).

See Hattatt, "Ancient and Romano-British Brooches" for a similar example.

Provenance: Ex-private New York Collection

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Condition
Intact, with nice dark patina. Choice example.
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Roman Bronze Strap Fibula / Brooch - Great Condition

Estimate $600 - $900
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Starting Price $300
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