Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid. A rare Roman silver dress pin with an elegant shaft tapering to a fine point and decorated with incised ring markings. The terminal is finely modelled in the form of a stylised duck’s head with engraved detailing to the beak and eyes. A graceful and well-preserved example of Roman personal ornament, combining function with refined artistry. Length: ± 114 mm Condition: good and solid condition. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format). Catawiki disclaimer: This piece has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, analysis of metals(XRF-test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.