Roman bronze phallic amulet
285,00 €
Description
Roman bronze phallic amulet, 1st – 3rd century AD, with suspension loop
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | 27 x 12 |
| Weight [g]: | 8,54 |
| Grade: | - |
| Attribution: | - |
| Commentary: | excellent condition, olive-green patina, fully intact |
Historical Context
A phallic charm (fascinus) was thought particularly to ward off evil from children, mainly boys, and from conquering generals.
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