Roman ‘Roundel’ Fibula Brooch - 2nd – 5th Century AD Ref.MA/3
On offer is this genuine Roman Fibula brooch, which dates back to around the 2nd to 5th Century AD. Uncovered in Britain by metal detecting, this was likely to be a military brooch or, even part of a decoration to a belt or horse tack. Fibulae (or brooches) have been around for a few thousand years, examples can be seen dating back to the Neolithic age. Mainly used for the fastening of clothing, such as cloaks, they were also designed so that the Roman soldier could recognize which unit the wearer came from. These Military fibulae were large and distinctive in their design. The fibula became more ornate through the ages, often with a design of an animal. Large, circular fibulae (Roundels) started appearing and many were gilded, enamelled or made out of gold with centre gemstones. Derived from the Latin word ‘fibula’ meaning the fibula bone, the name was also denoted to the brooch as the early shapes resembled the fibula bone.
Fibulae continued to be used right through the medieval period although the shape changed.
The bronze fibula shown on the photo measures roughly 63mm in length and 23mm in width. As shown in the photo above, the pin has broken off.
Price R180.00
Postage R35.00
This is a genuine antique. Please remember the classification of an 'antique' is that it should be 100 years old, OR MORE. There are many articles being offered as 'antiques' when, clearly, they are not.
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