Ancient Resource
Published Romano-British Enameled Brooch // 1st Century AD
Product Description
A very nice early Romano-British enameled bronze plate brooch, late 1st century AD. A fine quality disc brooch with a circular laurel-wreath design comprised of intricate inlaid blue enamel details (turned mostly black with age). Overall nicely preserved with some chipping, missing original pin. W: 1 inch, mounted on antique cardboard display (entire display stands 3.25"H). Published in Hattat 1987, No. 1016. A very rare type, prior to being published in Hattat's book the only parallel noted is in Rihana's 1979 Taf. 57 for reference.
Product Details
- Measurements
2.25"L x 1.25"W x 3.25"H
- OriginEngland
— Found near Grimsby Lints, England, but likely made in what is now Switzerland, likely brought to England by a soldier in the Roman army
— Ex-New York, New York collection, ex-estate of Harry Wallace acquired by decent, New Paltz New York; prior in the Hattat collection
— Weight: 2 oz
Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation