No. 99952093

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Ancient Roman Bronze Apotropaic Fertility vulva Amulet – Protective Talisman  (No reserve price)
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Ancient Roman Bronze Apotropaic Fertility vulva Amulet – Protective Talisman (No reserve price)

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.

No. 99952093

Sold
Ancient Roman Bronze Apotropaic Fertility vulva Amulet – Protective Talisman  (No reserve price)

Ancient Roman Bronze Apotropaic Fertility vulva Amulet – Protective Talisman (No reserve price)

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.

Final bid
€ 76
Ruth Garrido Vila
Expert
Estimate  € 150 - € 200

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