Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Bow fibula with spring and pin, 2nd to 3rd century AD (No reserve price)
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Bronze bow fibula from the Ancient Roman Empire with a spring and pin, dating to the 2nd–3rd Century AD, dimensions 5.2 × 2.5 cm, weight 16.71 g, in good condition, provenance from a Danish gallery in 2026, authenticity original.
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Roman Empire Bronze Bow Fibula with Spring and Pin – 2nd to 3rd Century AD
A bronze bow fibula with a strongly raised, angular arch, a broad upper section and a tapering foot ending in a small moulded terminal. The coiled spring and long pin survive beneath the body, allowing the fastening mechanism to be appreciated from both photographic views. The pronounced curvature of the bow would have provided space for gathering and securing fabric, combining a practical garment fastening with a decorative accessory. Its robust profile is complemented by restrained moulding around the head and foot. The surface has a mottled green and brown patina with lighter deposits and abrasion, while the spring and pin show areas of warmer exposed metal.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.2 x 2.5 cm
Weight: 16.71 gr
Provenance: Adquired in Denmark from a gallery house in 2026.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Roman Empire Bronze Bow Fibula with Spring and Pin – 2nd to 3rd Century AD
A bronze bow fibula with a strongly raised, angular arch, a broad upper section and a tapering foot ending in a small moulded terminal. The coiled spring and long pin survive beneath the body, allowing the fastening mechanism to be appreciated from both photographic views. The pronounced curvature of the bow would have provided space for gathering and securing fabric, combining a practical garment fastening with a decorative accessory. Its robust profile is complemented by restrained moulding around the head and foot. The surface has a mottled green and brown patina with lighter deposits and abrasion, while the spring and pin show areas of warmer exposed metal.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.2 x 2.5 cm
Weight: 16.71 gr
Provenance: Adquired in Denmark from a gallery house in 2026.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
2nd to 3rd Century AD
Name of object
Bow fibula with spring and pin, 2nd to 3rd century AD
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Denmark
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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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