Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Lock bolt – 1st–3rd centuries CE. - 12 mm (No reserve price)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Roman lock bolt from the 1st–3rd centuries AD, titled Cerrojo de cerradura – Siglos I-III d. C., with a height of 12 mm, width of 78 mm and depth of 5 cm, in good condition, acquired from a gallery/antique shop in Spain in 1960 with original authenticity.
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Roman bronze lock bolt – 1st–3rd centuries AD.
Culture: Roman Empire
Period attributed: 1st–3rd centuries AD
Material: Cast bronze
Typology: Ancient lock mechanism
An interesting piece of Roman engineering manufactured in cast bronze, corresponding to the sliding bolt of an ancient lock mechanism used to secure chests, caskets and other valuable objects.
It presents an elongated and asymmetric structure, with a rectangular plate pierced by various geometric openings, among which an elaborated pierced motif in the shape of a cross or X stands out.
These openings played an essential role in the security mechanism, allowing interaction between the key and the internal locking elements to release and move the bolt.
One of its ends features a narrow, elongated extension, while the opposite end preserves a solid rectangular section.
The surface shows an attractive archaeological patina in olive green and ochre tones, with mineral deposits and signs of surface wear.
An evocative display of the technical sophistication of Roman civilization, which helps us understand how personal goods were protected about two thousand years ago.
A piece of special interest for collectors of Roman archaeology, ancient instruments, and objects related to daily life in the Empire.
Roman bronze lock bolt – 1st–3rd centuries AD.
Culture: Roman Empire
Period attributed: 1st–3rd centuries AD
Material: Cast bronze
Typology: Ancient lock mechanism
An interesting piece of Roman engineering manufactured in cast bronze, corresponding to the sliding bolt of an ancient lock mechanism used to secure chests, caskets and other valuable objects.
It presents an elongated and asymmetric structure, with a rectangular plate pierced by various geometric openings, among which an elaborated pierced motif in the shape of a cross or X stands out.
These openings played an essential role in the security mechanism, allowing interaction between the key and the internal locking elements to release and move the bolt.
One of its ends features a narrow, elongated extension, while the opposite end preserves a solid rectangular section.
The surface shows an attractive archaeological patina in olive green and ochre tones, with mineral deposits and signs of surface wear.
An evocative display of the technical sophistication of Roman civilization, which helps us understand how personal goods were protected about two thousand years ago.
A piece of special interest for collectors of Roman archaeology, ancient instruments, and objects related to daily life in the Empire.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
S. I-III DC
Name of object
Lock bolt – 1st–3rd centuries CE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
12 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
78 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
5 cm
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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