Ancient Roman Bronze Ancient Romano-British Twisted Bronze Bangle — circa 1st–4th century C.E.
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Ancient Romano-British twisted bronze bangle dating to circa 1st–4th century C.E., made of bronze with a thick twisted body and incised cross-hatched terminals, open-ended for slight adjustment, diameter about 64 mm, weight about 49 g, showing ancient wear and patination (Original/official).
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Ancient Romano-British Twisted Bronze Bangle — circa 1st–4th century C.E.
Weight: approx. 49 g
Size: approx. 64 mm
A substantial ancient bronze bangle of Romano-British type, dating to approximately the 1st–4th century C.E.
The bracelet is formed from a thick bronze rod with a distinctive twisted and ribbed body. Both terminals are flattened and decorated with incised cross-hatched geometric patterns, adding a strong decorative element to the otherwise robust form.
The open-ended construction is characteristic of ancient bronze bangles and bracelets, allowing the piece to be adjusted slightly when worn. The combination of twisted moulding, engraved terminals and heavy construction gives the object a particularly bold appearance.
Bronze bracelets of this type are associated with Roman-period Britain, where native Celtic decorative traditions continued alongside Roman fashions. Geometric ornament, punched or incised decoration and substantial bronze jewellery remained popular throughout the Romano-British period.
The surface retains an attractive natural green and brown patina developed through age and burial, with visible wear consistent with an archaeological bronze object. Mounted on a modern black cord for presentation.
Period: Roman Britain
Date: circa 1st–4th century C.E.
Culture: Romano-British
Material: Bronze
Diameter: approx. 64 mm
Weight: approx. 49 g
Condition: Well preserved for its age, with ancient surface wear, deposits and natural patination.
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Ancient Romano-British Twisted Bronze Bangle — circa 1st–4th century C.E.
Weight: approx. 49 g
Size: approx. 64 mm
A substantial ancient bronze bangle of Romano-British type, dating to approximately the 1st–4th century C.E.
The bracelet is formed from a thick bronze rod with a distinctive twisted and ribbed body. Both terminals are flattened and decorated with incised cross-hatched geometric patterns, adding a strong decorative element to the otherwise robust form.
The open-ended construction is characteristic of ancient bronze bangles and bracelets, allowing the piece to be adjusted slightly when worn. The combination of twisted moulding, engraved terminals and heavy construction gives the object a particularly bold appearance.
Bronze bracelets of this type are associated with Roman-period Britain, where native Celtic decorative traditions continued alongside Roman fashions. Geometric ornament, punched or incised decoration and substantial bronze jewellery remained popular throughout the Romano-British period.
The surface retains an attractive natural green and brown patina developed through age and burial, with visible wear consistent with an archaeological bronze object. Mounted on a modern black cord for presentation.
Period: Roman Britain
Date: circa 1st–4th century C.E.
Culture: Romano-British
Material: Bronze
Diameter: approx. 64 mm
Weight: approx. 49 g
Condition: Well preserved for its age, with ancient surface wear, deposits and natural patination.
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Dear bidders, please note that we do not ship to the UK, UAE, IRELAND or SWITZERLAND or other countries outside the European Union. If you are located outside the EU and win this lot, the sale will unfortunately have to be cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Enjoy the bidding. oct25
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
circa 1st–4th century C.E.
Name of object
Ancient Romano-British Twisted Bronze Bangle — circa 1st–4th century C.E.
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2019
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Fair
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
