Ancient Roman Bronze Nicely Ornamented Brooch Fibula shaped as a Dove, an Early Christian Symbol of Holy Ghost. One of the most important early Christian symbols as the dove is an important bird mentioned in the old and new Testaments. Excellently preserved with perfectly visible ornamentation. Often used as a hidden symbol at the times in the Roman Empire when the Christian was forbidden and persecuted from the authorities, along with fishes, anchors, etc. Rare Width: 3,1 cm.