We have been fortunate to purchase 3 of these very rare Late Roman, Nordendorf style fibulae. Germanic in origin and dating to the late 4th to middle 5th century. Large decorated flared head, half-circular bridge and tapering base, this would have held a heavy cloak in place and may very well have been in the possession of a military officer. Bronze with iron pin (now long rusted away), covered in wonderful deep patina. Measures 3-1/2" L and in generally excellent condition, save missing pin... Click for details
A rare Roman Iron Gaesum- spearhead. Widely used during the second century in Europe / Gaul. Intact and in stable condition, professionally cleaned and preserved. Comes with display stand.
A rare Roman ring pommel dagger / short sword. Intact, professionally conserved & mounted on custom made display stand. The ring pommel swords and daggers were widely used in Europe during the second century AD.
Very typical type of ancient Roman grayware pottery found in eastern Gaul - along the German French border area - ca 200 to 300 AD. With trefoil spout, bulbous base and what appears to be a maker's stamp on the shoulder. Pottery such as this was fired in kiln with uneven temperatures thus resulting in a vessel with areas of dark firing clouds (giving the vessel an even more interesting appearance). 5-3/4"H x 6-3/4"W including handle, intact and in remarkably choice condition with nice surface... Click for details
A scarce Roman intaglio depicting a human figure flanked by two horses, a representation of the goddess Epona, the protector of horses. Epona was a Celtic goddess later adopted by the Romans.
