Ancient Roman Horse Fibula
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€ 25
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Selected by Peter Reynaers
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Estimate € 210 - € 250
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This 2nd-century AD Ancient Roman bronze fibula is shaped like a stylised horse and measures approximately 40.5 × 21 mm.
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An attractive ancient Roman bronze zoomorphic fibula in the form of a stylised horse, featuring an elegantly arched neck, a small elongated head with pointed ears and a compact, gently curved body.
The reverse retains its original fastening mechanism, including a long pin and catchplate.
Size: ± 40.5 x 21 mm
Condition: Good solid condition, complete with pin (rigid) and catchplate. The surface displays a beautiful olive-green patina. Minor surface irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> Horse-shaped fibulae were popular decorative dress accessories during the Roman period. Horses held an important place in Roman society, particularly in transport, warfare, hunting and sporting activities. Beyond their practical function, horse motifs may also have expressed ideas of strength, prestige and status.
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
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* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
An attractive ancient Roman bronze zoomorphic fibula in the form of a stylised horse, featuring an elegantly arched neck, a small elongated head with pointed ears and a compact, gently curved body.
The reverse retains its original fastening mechanism, including a long pin and catchplate.
Size: ± 40.5 x 21 mm
Condition: Good solid condition, complete with pin (rigid) and catchplate. The surface displays a beautiful olive-green patina. Minor surface irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> Horse-shaped fibulae were popular decorative dress accessories during the Roman period. Horses held an important place in Roman society, particularly in transport, warfare, hunting and sporting activities. Beyond their practical function, horse motifs may also have expressed ideas of strength, prestige and status.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
2nd century AD
Name of object
Horse Fibula
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2026
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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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