Ancient Roman Bronze ancient pendant/amulet in the shape of a frog - symbol of harmony and fertility, 20 mm, Amulet (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
Bronze pendant amulet from ancient Rome with a beautifully stylized frog shape, symbolizing harmony, fertility, libertinism, and the goddess Aphrodite (Venus).
Absolutely intact and still usable.
Very rare, with very beautiful details and a very elegant ornamentation, perfect silver and very well toned.
Material: bronze / smooth, pleasant patina
Condition: Very good / Usable / See photos
Date: 1st - 3rd century AD
Measurements: 20 x 14 mm
Weight: 1.54 grams
Origin
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, at the art and antiques market.
Collected since: 1980s
Previous owners history: private collection, formed in 1980.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord, and it can be worn around the neck.
Condition: perfect, with no repairs or alterations.
Use the images to form your personal opinion. See photos.
The supplier guarantees that they purchased this part legally.
Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this provenance.
444/deme 4
Bronze pendant amulet from ancient Rome with a beautifully stylized frog shape, symbolizing harmony, fertility, libertinism, and the goddess Aphrodite (Venus).
Absolutely intact and still usable.
Very rare, with very beautiful details and a very elegant ornamentation, perfect silver and very well toned.
Material: bronze / smooth, pleasant patina
Condition: Very good / Usable / See photos
Date: 1st - 3rd century AD
Measurements: 20 x 14 mm
Weight: 1.54 grams
Origin
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Vienna, Austria, at the art and antiques market.
Collected since: 1980s
Previous owners history: private collection, formed in 1980.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord, and it can be worn around the neck.
Condition: perfect, with no repairs or alterations.
Use the images to form your personal opinion. See photos.
The supplier guarantees that they purchased this part legally.
Catawiki has seen the documentation that proves this provenance.
444/deme 4
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman
Metal
Bronze ancient pendant/amulet in the shape of a frog - symbol of harmony and fertility, 20 mm,
Century/ Timeframe
1º al 3º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
154 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
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.
