Ancient Roman Bronze Apotropaic Fertility vulva Amulet – Protective Talisman (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Description from the seller
A beautifully preserved Ancient Roman bronze amulet in the form of a stylised seed or drop-shaped pendant, symbolising fertility, life, and protection. Such amulets were worn as apotropaic talismans, believed to guard the wearer from misfortune, enhance fertility, and attract good fortune.
This particular shape—with its organic bulbous form and fluted lines—is associated with the symbolism of the seed, widely interpreted in Roman culture as a representation of life, regeneration, and female protective
Culture/Origin: Ancient Roman
Date: 1st–3rd Century AD
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 12mm
Condition: Good condition with attractive patina. Aged surface and minor earthen deposits. Fully wearable on modern cord.
A beautifully preserved Ancient Roman bronze amulet in the form of a stylised seed or drop-shaped pendant, symbolising fertility, life, and protection. Such amulets were worn as apotropaic talismans, believed to guard the wearer from misfortune, enhance fertility, and attract good fortune.
This particular shape—with its organic bulbous form and fluted lines—is associated with the symbolism of the seed, widely interpreted in Roman culture as a representation of life, regeneration, and female protective
Culture/Origin: Ancient Roman
Date: 1st–3rd Century AD
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 12mm
Condition: Good condition with attractive patina. Aged surface and minor earthen deposits. Fully wearable on modern cord.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
Circa, AD. 1st–4th c.
Name of object
Apotropaic Fertility vulva Amulet – Protective Talisman
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2024
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1998
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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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.
