Ancient Roman Bronze Crossbow Fibula or Toga Pin

Description

A fine ancient Roman bronze fibula.

A so-called 'crossbow' fibula.

From the private collection of Lawrence Majewski, who was a … more A fine ancient Roman bronze fibula.

A so-called 'crossbow' fibula.

From the private collection of Lawrence Majewski, who was a former conservator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Simply a wonderful piece for the Wunderkammer or Curio Cabinet!

Date:
circa. 2nd - 4th century

Overall Condition:
It is in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. It lacks its pin, and it has small losses throughout, some very Fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.

Measurements:
Length: ca. 72 mm
Width: ca. 54 mm
Height: ca. 26 mm

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