ROMAN LEGIONARIES BELT MOUNT NECKLACE 4TH C.AD

The dazzling uniforms and armor worn by the Roman legions served psychologically to reinforce the confidence of the soldier and intimidate his enemy. They were finely made to the smallest detail. This

100-300 AD. Bronze, about 1 1/2” height of leaf form, delicately scalloped, with a lobed terminal. The surface engraved to simulate the veins of the leaves. Fastened to the laminar belt-like lea

For the military pteruges, the leather scale armor element worn around the waist. These served as additional protection as they would help absorb a sword or spear blow. Silvered bronze, 1 3/8" height.

3rd-4th century AD. A group of bronze items comprising: gilded ring formed from a round-section hoop and circular bezel with incised horse; belt mount formed from thick round-section hoop with attache

Specifically identifiable form. Bronze. Just under 1 1/4" in length. Elegant form with a box frame and reeded crescent from the terminal. Original tongue. For the sword and dagger belt of the Roman le

Bronze. Just over 1 1/8" in length. Elegant form with a box frame and reeded crescent form the terminal. From the sword and dagger belt of the Roman legionary. Those belts were shoulder belts (baldric

Specifically identifiable form. Bronze. 1 1/8" length. Finely detailed with shield form frame with quartered nubs and chisel stippled frame. Flared base and original tongue. For the sword and dagger b

Bronze. 1 1/4" length. Elegant form with a box frame and reeded crescent from the terminal. Original tongue. For the sword and dagger belt of the Roman legionary.

For the military pteruges, the leather scale armor element worn around the waist. These served as additional protection as they would help absorb a sword or spear blow. Silvered bronze, over 1 1/4" he

For the military pteruges, the leather scale armor element worn around the waist. These served as additional protection as they would help absorb a sword or spear blow. Silvered bronze, 1 3/8" height.

Material: Bronze Dimensions: 102mm ; 29.3grams Provenance/Additional Information: From an old British collection, property of a London collector, acquired on British and European art market between 19

Date: C. 1st - 3rd Century AD Material: bronze Provenance: Obtained from an old British collection; Acquired at L.C.F. (London) Dimensions: 85mm; 15.7grams Ancient Roman legionary restored hinged belt

This silvered bronze pendant is of buta from, a shape that originated with the Sassanian Empire (approximately later Persia) with which the Romans alternately traded and fought. It is 5/8” long

2nd-3rd century A.D. Composing two opposed dragonesque figures with tail and lowered head, sitting on a peltate style cut out. Cf. for similar mounts (style) Appels, A., & Laycock, S., Roman Buckles a

Lot of 3 Ancient Roman Bronze Belt Stiffener, Mounts c.2nd century AD. Size 35-38 mm. Cast bronze Belt stiffener, together with two belt mounts. Provenance: Collection of David Van Vleck, Jr of Brookl

Material: Bronze Dimensions: 28x27mm ; 3.2grams Provenance/Additional Information: From an old British collection, property of a London collector, acquired on British and European art market between 1

Gilt bronze, over 2 1/8" length. Represented as a dolphin with the serpentine tail associated with Neptune's consorts. Neptune is the God of the sea, known to the Greeks as Poseidon. He is associated

The period of the fall of Rome and loss of power to Germanic barbarians. Bronze, over 5/8" length plus the suspension loop. Usually lost on the battlefield and not often found in such good preservatio

The period of the fall of Rome and loss of power to Germanic barbarians. Bronze, over 5/8" length plus the suspension loop. Usually lost on the battlefield and not often found in such good preservatio

The period of Christ, and the persecution of Christians. Just over 1 1/2" in length. Finely delineated hilt with a bulbous pommel, waisted grip, and flared cross guard. Tapered blade, pierced for susp

The period of the fall of Rome and loss of power to Germanic Barbarians. Just over 3/4” length plus the suspension loop. Crisp with light texture from burial. Usually lost on the battlefield and

The period of the secret growth of Christianity. Just under 5/8" in length plus the suspension loop. Usually lost on the battlefield and not often found in such good preservation. Excellent form with

The period of the fall of Rome and loss of power to Germanic barbarians. 5/8" length plus the suspension loop. Usually lost on the battlefield and not often found in such good preservation. Excellent

The period of the secret growth of Christianity. Just under 3/4" length plus the suspension loop. Usually lost on the battlefield and not often found in such good preservation. Excellent form with a t