Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Fibula - 40 mm

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Two well-preserved Roman bronze fibulae from the early Empire (2nd century CE) with a green patina; the first is a 41 mm disc fibula and the second a shoe fibula with enamel inlay, dimensions 48 x 20 x 16 mm, authentic and original.

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Two well-preserved Roman legionary brooches

Beautiful green patina, fine workmanship.
1. Disc brooch
Diameter: 41 mm
2.
Brooch - shoe with enamel inlay
Length: 48 mm
Width: 20 mm
Height: 16 mm
The brooches come from an old collection, purchased in the 1960s, from O. Sch.
Estate to son - M. Sch.
Purchased by me in 2023
The seller guarantees the right to sell and export the item.
For delivery to England the buyer is responsible (customs clearance and fees)
No shipping outside the EU

Two well-preserved Roman legionary brooches

Beautiful green patina, fine workmanship.
1. Disc brooch
Diameter: 41 mm
2.
Brooch - shoe with enamel inlay
Length: 48 mm
Width: 20 mm
Height: 16 mm
The brooches come from an old collection, purchased in the 1960s, from O. Sch.
Estate to son - M. Sch.
Purchased by me in 2023
The seller guarantees the right to sell and export the item.
For delivery to England the buyer is responsible (customs clearance and fees)
No shipping outside the EU

Details

Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
100 vor - 200 n.Chr.
Name of object
Fibula
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Height
40 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
20 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Depth
16 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
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Objects sold
100%
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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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