Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD. - 35 mm (No reserve price)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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This Roman Empire bronze disc fibula, dating to the 2nd–3rd century AD, features a raised central button, concentric ring and recessed geometric panels arranged radially.
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Description from the seller
Roman bronze discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD.
Culture: Roman.
Era: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries AD.
Material: Bronze.
Description for auction:
Elegant Roman discoidal fibula made of bronze, 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, headed by a small central raised knob, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring.
The outer area incorporates various sunken geometric fields arranged radially, providing balance and ornamental richness to the composition.
This type of fibula represents an interesting manifestation of Roman metalwork, in which craftsmen combined functionality and decoration through geometric forms of great elegance.
The piece retains a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that accentuate the reliefs and add notable aesthetic appeal.
Condition: Good overall preservation of the decorative disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and an attractive ancient patina.
Roman bronze discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD.
Culture: Roman.
Era: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries AD.
Material: Bronze.
Description for auction:
Elegant Roman discoidal fibula made of bronze, 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, headed by a small central raised knob, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring.
The outer area incorporates various sunken geometric fields arranged radially, providing balance and ornamental richness to the composition.
This type of fibula represents an interesting manifestation of Roman metalwork, in which craftsmen combined functionality and decoration through geometric forms of great elegance.
The piece retains a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that accentuate the reliefs and add notable aesthetic appeal.
Condition: Good overall preservation of the decorative disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and an attractive ancient 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
35 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
22 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
6 mm
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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