Ancient Roman Bronze - Impressive military votive amulet in Gladius/Pugio type, large size, 35 mm, dating from 1st Amulet (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Bronze Roman military votive amulet in Gladius/Pugio form, 35 mm long and weighing about 5.38 g, dating to the 1st–3rd century AD, in excellent used condition and acquired in 2004 from a private collection in Austria.
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Description from the seller
Gladius/Pugio is a Roman sword; not only was it used by legionaries but also by gladiators, regardless of their background. It served as an amulet, offering protection against injuries they might face in the Colosseum arena.
It is said to have developed at the end of the 3rd century BC—from a type of sword of the Iberian Celts—and it was the standard weapon of the Roman army infantry. Such amulets were used by Roman soldiers as a symbol of their strength and bravery.
Material: bronze / nice patina
Condition: Very good - See photos
Date: 1st to 3rd centuries AD
Size: 35 x 7 mm
Weight: 5.38 g
Authenticity guaranteed.
It bears on its surface the calcifications and concretions proper to its age, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
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Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna at the "Art, Antiques and Collectibles Fair".
The supplier guarantees that he acquired this piece legally.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been checked and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
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822/SPQR
Gladius/Pugio is a Roman sword; not only was it used by legionaries but also by gladiators, regardless of their background. It served as an amulet, offering protection against injuries they might face in the Colosseum arena.
It is said to have developed at the end of the 3rd century BC—from a type of sword of the Iberian Celts—and it was the standard weapon of the Roman army infantry. Such amulets were used by Roman soldiers as a symbol of their strength and bravery.
Material: bronze / nice patina
Condition: Very good - See photos
Date: 1st to 3rd centuries AD
Size: 35 x 7 mm
Weight: 5.38 g
Authenticity guaranteed.
It bears on its surface the calcifications and concretions proper to its age, and these are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
@@@@@@@@@@@@No se hacen envíos fuera de la UE@@@@@@@@@@@@@@.
Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna at the "Art, Antiques and Collectibles Fair".
The supplier guarantees that he acquired this piece legally.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been checked and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own different methods..
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
The documentation proving this provenance has been viewed by Catawiki.
Important information that the seller guarantees that he has the right to sell/export this lot.
See images for proper display
822/SPQR
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman
Metal
Bronze - Impressive military votive amulet in Gladius/Pugio type, large size, 35 mm, dating from 1st
Century/timeframe
1º al 3º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
5.38 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
