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| Item No. |
AQ0005 |
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| Work: |
Bronze Fibula |
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| Place of Origin: |
Roman Empire |
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| Period: |
Late Roman Empire |
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| Date of work: |
ca. 3rd – 4th century A.D.
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| Medium: |
Cast bronze and glass paste. |
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| Size: |
Length: 1-11/16" (4.3 cm) |
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Width: 1" (2.5 cm)
Thickness: 15/32" (1.1 cm) |
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| Description: |
Finely shaped fibula with a square
shield, decorated with raised |
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design
in the shape of a cross, four round perforations, and
the remnant of a central glass paste inlay. |
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| Condition: |
Very good condition, with moderate to
advanced green patina |
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corrosion. Partially removed from face of shield to show some of
the detail. The pin is reinforced on one end with a spot of resin
adhesive. |
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| Provenance: |
Private collection. |
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| Price: |
$85.00 US |
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| Details: |
Detail |
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Back View |
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Side View |
