Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Ring-shaped pendant with circular decoration. - 65 mm

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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Bronze annular pendant with circular decoration from Imperial Rome, dating to the 2nd–4th century AD, measuring 65 × 50 × 1 mm, in good condition, authentic and original, acquired from a gallery/antique shop in Spain in 1960.

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Bronze annular pendant with circular decoration – Imperial Roman period

Culture: Roman.

Reference period: 2nd–4th centuries CE.

Material: Cast bronze.

Dimensions: 34 × 26 × 8 mm.

Auction description:

Interesting bronze annular pendant of Roman archaeological typology, characterized by its sturdy pierced circular frame and its upper suspension ring integrated into the body of the piece.

The front surface features an attractive ornamental composition formed by three recessed circular motifs, distributed symmetrically around the central opening and bounded by geometric reliefs.

Its design combines the practicality of a suspended element with the ornamental characteristic of small metal objects from Antiquity.

Bronze pendants formed part of both personal adornment and the fittings of Roman equestrian tack, frequently incorporating geometric and circular elements.

Its intense green archaeological patina stands out, with turquoise tones, ochre mineral deposits, and surface concretions that give the piece a striking aesthetic presence.

Condition: Good structural preservation, with a complete suspension ring, visible ornamentation, and abundant surface patina.

Bronze annular pendant with circular decoration – Imperial Roman period

Culture: Roman.

Reference period: 2nd–4th centuries CE.

Material: Cast bronze.

Dimensions: 34 × 26 × 8 mm.

Auction description:

Interesting bronze annular pendant of Roman archaeological typology, characterized by its sturdy pierced circular frame and its upper suspension ring integrated into the body of the piece.

The front surface features an attractive ornamental composition formed by three recessed circular motifs, distributed symmetrically around the central opening and bounded by geometric reliefs.

Its design combines the practicality of a suspended element with the ornamental characteristic of small metal objects from Antiquity.

Bronze pendants formed part of both personal adornment and the fittings of Roman equestrian tack, frequently incorporating geometric and circular elements.

Its intense green archaeological patina stands out, with turquoise tones, ochre mineral deposits, and surface concretions that give the piece a striking aesthetic presence.

Condition: Good structural preservation, with a complete suspension ring, visible ornamentation, and abundant surface patina.

Details

Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
S II DC
Name of object
Ring-shaped pendant with circular decoration.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
65 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
50 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
1 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
78
Objects sold
92.86%
Private

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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.

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