Ancient Roman

Elegant Roman discoidal bronze brooch, with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD. Culture: Roman. Period: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries AD. Material: Bronze. Description for auction: Elegant Roman discoidal brooch made of bronze, belonging to the tradition of small personal adornments used during the Roman Empire to fasten cloaks and other garments. It features an attractive circular design, headed by a small central relief button, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring. The exterior area incorporates various radiatingly arranged sunken geometric fields, which provide balance and ornamental richness to the composition. This type of fibulae constitutes an interesting manifestation of Roman metalworking, in which artisans combined functionality and decoration through elegant geometric shapes. The piece preserves a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that enhance the reliefs and contribute a notable aesthetic appeal. Condition: Good conservation of the ornamental disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and an attractive ancient patina.

Estimate:$168.08

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