Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD. - 30 mm (No reserve price)

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

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Roman Imperial bronze disc brooch with concentric decoration, dating to the 2nd–3rd centuries AD and measuring 30 × 30 × 7 mm.

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Roman bronze discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD.

Culture: Roman.

Period: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries AD.

Material: Bronze.

Auction description:

Elegant Roman bronze discoidal fibula, belonging to the tradition of small personal adornments used during the Roman Empire to fasten cloaks and other garments.

It features an attractive circular design, topped by a small central relief button, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring.

The outer zone incorporates various sunken geometric fields, arranged radially, which provide balance and ornamental richness to the composition.

This type of fibula constitutes an interesting manifestation of Roman metalworking, in which artisans combined functionality and decoration through elegantly geometric forms.

The piece preserves a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that accentuate the reliefs and impart notable aesthetic appeal.

Condition: Good conservation of the ornamental disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and attractive old patina.

Roman bronze discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD.

Culture: Roman.

Period: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries AD.

Material: Bronze.

Auction description:

Elegant Roman bronze discoidal fibula, belonging to the tradition of small personal adornments used during the Roman Empire to fasten cloaks and other garments.

It features an attractive circular design, topped by a small central relief button, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring.

The outer zone incorporates various sunken geometric fields, arranged radially, which provide balance and ornamental richness to the composition.

This type of fibula constitutes an interesting manifestation of Roman metalworking, in which artisans combined functionality and decoration through elegantly geometric forms.

The piece preserves a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that accentuate the reliefs and impart notable aesthetic appeal.

Condition: Good conservation of the ornamental disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and attractive old patina.

Details

Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st - 3rd Century A.D
Name of object
Discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
30 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
30 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
7 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Spain (Mainland)Verified
216
Objects sold
94.64%
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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