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Roman Medusa phalerae
42€ la paire
A phalera is a small metal ornament, usually circular, bearing an engraved, chased or cast design or figure in relief. Fixing methods varied widely: a rivet integral to the phalera, a phalera pierced to be riveted or sewn on, a button-type fitting…
The phalerae shown here are bronze. They are of Roman type and bear a Medusa head. They can be used on armour as well as on horse harness.
They are 4.5 cm in diameter and have a central rivet.
- Materials
- Bronze
- Periods
- Antiquity