A piece of the past, made to be worn Roman Imperial Fascinum – Apotropaic Phallic Amulet Pendant against the Evil Eye – c. 1st–3rd Century AD Object Type: Phallic Amulet / Fascinum Pendant Culture: Roman, Roman Imperial Tradition Period: Roman Imperial Period, cautiously c. 1st–3rd Century AD Material: Metal Alloy, Probably Bronze Form: Phallus with Integral Suspension Loop Function: Personal Apotropaic Amulet / Pendant Symbolism: Fascinum – Protection against Malus Oculus (Evil Eye) and Invidia Condition: Archaeological condition with strong green and blue-green patina -Cultural and Iconographic Assessment Certificate: available upon request before shipment (PDF format) -All shipments are sent fully insured -During photography, a warm-toned lighting setup reminiscent of museum display illumination was used to emphasize the object's surface details and historic character in a natural manner. -The suspension cords, connecting rings, and other display accessories shown in the photographs are used solely for presentation purposes and are not part of the object. Dimensions: H: 26.625 mm ± W:19.02 mm ± D: 9.66 mm ± Weight: 6.03 g ± Description This small metal-alloy pendant takes the form of a phallus, corresponding closely to the Roman apotropaic amulet tradition generally known as the fascinum. The pronounced genital form and integral suspension loop indicate that it was intended to be worn or carried as a personal amulet. Within Roman visual culture, the fascinum functioned primarily as a protective symbol associated with warding off the malus oculus (evil eye), invidia and harmful influences rather than simply carrying an erotic meaning. The form finds parallels among Roman Imperial phallic amulets, particularly examples of the early Imperial centuries. On typological grounds, a Roman Imperial attribution, broadly c. 1st–3rd century AD, may be cautiously proposed, while a more precise dating would require direct archaeological or scientific examination. The surface preserves a substantial dark green and blue-green patina, reinforcing the strong archaeological character of the object. Information The offered object was acquired in 2026 through an auction associated with A.N. Auction House in Germany and was transferred to us in 2026 by its previous owner, N.A., based in the Netherlands The object has been documented using high-resolution equipment; no intervention has been made to its form or structural integrity, and only limited color-balance adjustment has been applied. Upon request, museum-standard technical photographs may be provided during the auction; if requested prior to shipment, an expert report and a signed ownership document issued in the buyer’s name can be supplied in PDF format within 3–5 business days Statements regarding dating, function, symbolic interpretation, and material identification represent high-probability academic assessments based on typological comparisons, parallels in museum collections, and expert opinion; definitive conclusions require advanced laboratory analysis and fall outside the scope of the platform’s sales process. Prospective buyers are advised to evaluate the images in conjunction with the stated measurements, as high-resolution photography may influence perceived scale. Throughout the presentation and sales process, principles of scholarly consistency, transparency, and good faith are observed, and no object is knowingly offered as a copy or imitation.