ROMAN WHEEL OF FORTUNE AMULE, 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. The concept of the Rota Fortunae, the Wheel of Fortune, dates back millennia with the Roman goddess Fortunae capriciously deciding the fate of men with

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. The concept of the Rota Fortunae, the Wheel of Fortune, dates back millennia with the Roman goddess Fortunae capriciously deciding the fate of men with

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. The concept of the Rota Fortunae, the Wheel of Fortune, dates back millennia with the Roman goddess Fortunae capriciously deciding the fate of men with

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. Circular, just under 5/8" diameter, with ten radial spokes within a floral/vine rim and a flower bud surrounding the hub. A common form of the Rota For

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. Circular, just over 1 1/8" diameter, with eight radial spokes flanked by graduated bead or domed projections. A common form of the Rota Fortuna adapted

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. Circular, just under 1" diameter. Domed with high relief central wheel motif with a central hub and 8 domed spokes. A common form of the Rota Fortuna a

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. Circular, just over 1" diameter, with quartered projections defining a saltire Later known as St. Andrew’s cross). Domed with high relief central

3rd-5th Century. About 7/8" width. Raised central hub with eight radials forming loops or floral motifs and sixteen leaf perimeter. This form which stylizes the wheel is likely influenced by the intro

A large Coptic wood textile comb, Roman Egypt, c. 5th - 7th Century AD, paddle-shaped with narrow blade showing extensive wear from being wrapped with thread. L: 13 1/4 in (33.6 cm). Light deposits. O

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or spiritual concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

The Wheel of Fortune (Rota Fortuna) is one of the most enduring of ancient philosophical or religious concepts. It was pivotal in Ancient Greek and Roman Paganism and smoothly transitioned into Christ

A choice Late Roman - Early Byzantine pendant, c. 5th - 7th Century AD, made from nicely polished stone and is extensively decorated with incised circular designs. L: 3 in (7.6 cm). Perforated for sus

A pair of ancient bird elements. Lot includes a Roman bronze eagle, c. 1st – 3rd Century AD, and a smaller Late Roman/Byzantine silver bird, c. 5th – 7th Century AD. Largest H: 1 ¼ in (3.2cm). Ex