Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Fibula (No Reserve Price)
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Set of three Roman bronze fibulae from the 1st–3rd century AD, comprising a trumpet fibula (1st–2nd c.), a cushion/Pelta-type fibula (2nd c.), and an Almgren-type bow fibula (2nd–3rd c.), total weight about 100 g, in good condition with some wear, originating from an old EU collection (1970–2000) with an original patina and professionally restored pins.
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Set of 3 Roman bronze fibulae – trumpet fibula, pillow fibula, and Almgren-type (1st–3rd century AD).
Beautiful set of three authentic Roman fibulae, each of a recognizable model.
Trumpet fibula (1st–2nd century) – funnel-shaped head, slender bow, military style.
Cushion fibula / Pelta-type (2nd century) – broad shield-shaped foot, compact arch.
Almgren-type bow fibula (2nd–3rd century) – strong curvature, narrow foot, spiral spring.
All pieces are made of bronze, with an attractive original patina. The pins have been professionally restored.
Period: 1st–3rd century AD.
Origin: old EU collection (1970–2000).
Beautifully varied lot for the collector.
Sent with care and tracking.
Set of 3 Roman bronze fibulae – trumpet fibula, pillow fibula, and Almgren-type (1st–3rd century AD).
Beautiful set of three authentic Roman fibulae, each of a recognizable model.
Trumpet fibula (1st–2nd century) – funnel-shaped head, slender bow, military style.
Cushion fibula / Pelta-type (2nd century) – broad shield-shaped foot, compact arch.
Almgren-type bow fibula (2nd–3rd century) – strong curvature, narrow foot, spiral spring.
All pieces are made of bronze, with an attractive original patina. The pins have been professionally restored.
Period: 1st–3rd century AD.
Origin: old EU collection (1970–2000).
Beautifully varied lot for the collector.
Sent with care and tracking.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Metal
Bronze
Century/ Timeframe
1e - 3e eeuw
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
100 g
Year acquired
1995
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
Belgium
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
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