Replica of an Ancient Roman Gold Amulet - 16 mm
03
days
11
hours
12
minutes
52
seconds
Current bid
€ 193
Reserve price met
Expert
Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 350 - € 400
58 other people are watching this object
 Bidder 0719 | €193 | |
|---|---|---|
 Bidder 0693 | €181 | |
| Bidder 0719 | €160 | |
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 123779 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Roman phallic amulet, a replica of an Ancient Roman piece, crafted in solid 22-carat gold and measuring 11 × 16 mm (weighing 1.45 g), dating to the 1st century AD and depicting the fascinum for protection and good fortune.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
Roman Gold Phallic Amulet – 1st Century AD
An exceptional and finely detailed Roman phallic amulet, crafted from solid 22-karat gold.
This rare piece weighs 1.45 grams and measures 11 × 16 mm.
Dating to the 1st century AD, it represents the fascinum, an ancient Roman symbol of protection, fertility, and good fortune. Such amulets were believed to ward off the evil eye and bring vitality and prosperity to their wearer.
A delicate yet powerful artifact, beautifully preserved, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and spiritual beliefs of early Imperial Rome.
Roman Gold Phallic Amulet – 1st Century AD
An exceptional and finely detailed Roman phallic amulet, crafted from solid 22-karat gold.
This rare piece weighs 1.45 grams and measures 11 × 16 mm.
Dating to the 1st century AD, it represents the fascinum, an ancient Roman symbol of protection, fertility, and good fortune. Such amulets were believed to ward off the evil eye and bring vitality and prosperity to their wearer.
A delicate yet powerful artifact, beautifully preserved, showcasing the refined craftsmanship and spiritual beliefs of early Imperial Rome.
Details
Culture
Replica of an Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
-
Name of object
Amulet
Acquired from
Private collection
Subject/Depiction
Phallus
Year acquired
1990
Material
Gold
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
16 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1975
Width
11 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
Depth
3 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Disclaimer
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
