{"product_id":"roman-bronze-pendant-noctua-1st-3rd-c-ad","title":"Roman Bronze Pendant 'Noctua' (1st-3rd c. AD)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eA stylized bronze owl pendant from the early Roman Imperial period, cast in a flat silhouette with large spiral eyes and outstretched wings. The exaggerated circular eyes and frontal posture are typical of provincial Roman amulets, where the owl was associated with protection, night-watchfulness, and the wisdom of Minerva. The original suspension loop remains intact, and the surface carries a smooth ancient patina with light earthen deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eDate: Roman Empire, 1st–3rd Century AD\u003cbr data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eOrigin: Provincial Roman Europe (likely Belgic or Rhine area)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDimensions: Length c. 48 mm; Width c. 44 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eIdentifier: P-25-B\u003cbr data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"857\"\u003eCondition: Good archaeological condition with stable patina and minor wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eOwl pendants appear across the western provinces of the Roman Empire and were worn as personal amulets invoking protection, foresight, and intelligence. Their simplified, near-abstract style reflects local workshops adapting classical symbolism into popular, everyday charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eRestoration and Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eThis pendant has been \u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003elightly cleaned and stabilised\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve its original character while ensuring it is ready for safe handling or display. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53503831114058,"sku":"P-25-B","price":400.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/IMG_9064.jpg?v=1765906833","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/roman-bronze-pendant-noctua-1st-3rd-c-ad","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}