Byzantine Bronze Stunning Bread Stamp (No reserve price)
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Byzantine bronze bread stamp dating to the 7th–10th century AD, weighing 17.51 g and measuring 28.8 × 26.5 mm, in Zeer goed + condition, acquired from Belgium in 1985 from a private collection; previous owner acquired in 1966.
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A stunning Byzantine bread stamp from 7-10 AD.
Stamp Show + 3
possibly Byzantine
Byzantine bakeries stamped their bread to establish its source and prevent forgery attempts. Bread stamped with various symbols was used for special occasions related to pagan deities. Bread or cakes served as substitutes for expensive offerings made to the deities.
Weight: 17.51 grams
Dimensions: 28.8 x 26.5 mm
Rare piece, also in this quality.
See images for your own impression.
Own private collection inherited from Grandfather, who built the collection in the 1960's "
A stunning Byzantine bread stamp from 7-10 AD.
Stamp Show + 3
possibly Byzantine
Byzantine bakeries stamped their bread to establish its source and prevent forgery attempts. Bread stamped with various symbols was used for special occasions related to pagan deities. Bread or cakes served as substitutes for expensive offerings made to the deities.
Weight: 17.51 grams
Dimensions: 28.8 x 26.5 mm
Rare piece, also in this quality.
See images for your own impression.
Own private collection inherited from Grandfather, who built the collection in the 1960's "
Details
Culture
Byzantine
Century/ Timeframe
7-10 AD
Name of object
Stunning Bread Stamp
Acquired from
Inherited
Year acquired
1985
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1966
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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