Roman zoomorphic key with ram's head
Description:
Roman zoomorphic bronze key with ram's head, 1st - 7th century AD.
Diameter:
66 x 20 mm
Weight:
28,92 g
Grade:
-
Attribution:
-
Commentary:
excellent condition, olive-green patina, fully intact
History:
Romans developed the primitive form of the tumbler-locks we use today; the reason we find mostly the keys is that the locks were made from iron and tends to disintegrate.
Article Number:
111-01-26-41652