Ancient Roman Gold Phallus Amulet - Rare! Circa 2nd-3rd century AD A gold amulet fashioned in the shape of a stylized phallus, flanked by two testicles and equipped with a suspension loop. This artefact represents a type of charm prevalent in the Roman world. Such amulets were commonly worn, and their symbolism was associated with various aspects, including fertility, protection, and auspiciousness. The Roman society, deeply rooted in symbolism and beliefs, embraced these charms as talismans believed to bring good fortune and ward off malevolent forces. Dimensions: 30mm x 12mm; weight 2g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.