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Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant, Circa 1st,3rd Century AD

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Start price: £40

Estimated price: £60 - £80

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Comprising a thick, elongated body with lateral testes, thin suspension loop above. Cf.Beutler, F. et al., Der Adler Roms. Carnuntum und der Armee der Cäsaren, Bad-Deutsch Altenberg, 2017, item 758, for type. 7.9 grams, 29 mm (1 1/8 in.).
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.