{"product_id":"roman-bronze-fibula-lucius-2nd-c-ad","title":"Roman Bronze Fibula 'Lucius' (2nd c. AD)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eA Roman bronze equal-ended fibula featuring a central lozenge-shaped plate and zoomorphic terminals stylized as turtle heads. The lozenge panel retains traces of its original green enamel, a hallmark of this fibula type. Both terminals display carefully carved detailing typical of provincial Roman workshops of the 2nd century AD. The original pin is missing, as expected for archaeological brooches, but the body remains complete with an appealing dark patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eMaterial: Bronze with residual green enamel\u003cbr data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eDate: Roman Empire, 2nd Century AD\u003cbr data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eDimensions: Length c. 55.2 mm; Width c. 32.8 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eProvenance: Private European collection, acquired in the late 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eUnique Identifier: F-01-B\u003cbr data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"960\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCondition: Good archaeological condition; pin missing; stable patina and preserved detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eThis fibula has been \u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003elightly cleaned and carefully stabilised\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve its archaeological surface while ensuring secure long-term handling. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eEqual-ended fibulae with zoomorphic terminals circulated widely across the Roman provinces during the 2nd century AD. The turtle-head form, especially with enamelled central panels, is well documented in Hattatt, including close parallels to no. 1099. These brooches served both as clothing fasteners and as personal decorative items, reflecting the fusion of Roman stylistic norms with local provincial craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53503368659274,"sku":"F-01-B","price":580.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9109.jpg?v=1765906779","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-bronze-fibula-lucius-2nd-c-ad","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}