Ancient Roman

Small treasures bearing the traces of history Rare Roman Imperial Bronze Leo Custos Pendant – Magnificent Lion Relief – Protective Amulet – ca. 1st–3rd Century AD Object Type: Zoomorphic Medallion / Lion-Decorated Pendant Culture: Ancient Roman Date: ca. 1st–3rd Century AD Material: Bronz Dimensions Diameter: 13.80 mm ± Weight: 1.08 g ± If requested prior to dispatch, a Cultural and Iconographic Assessment Certificate will be prepared as a physical hard copy and included with the shipment. Every shipment is fully insured. The photographs were taken under warm, museum-inspired lighting to present the object's surface and historical character naturally, and any cords, attachment rings or other accessories visible in the images serve exclusively as display aids and are not included with the artefact. Description This remarkable miniature bronze medallion features a striking stylised lion within a deeply defined circular border, surrounded by rhythmic peripheral ornamentation. Its expressive animal imagery and contrasting surface tones create a particularly captivating example of figurative metalwork. The lion, or Leo in Latin, occupied an important place in Roman visual culture, embodying strength, courage and authority. Its protective associations also connect the image to the broader traditions of ancient amuletic jewellery, making the designation Leo Custos especially evocative. The carefully framed composition, preserved relief details and rich dark patina enhance the medallion's archaeological character. A small suspension perforation near the upper margin suggests adaptation for personal wear, potentially reflecting a secondary phase in the object's history. Comparable lion imagery occurs throughout Roman decorative bronzes and personal ornaments, including examples preserved in major museum collections. An exceptionally charming collector's piece, combining powerful classical symbolism, miniature sculptural craftsmanship and the enduring appeal of ancient Roman jewellery. Information The presentation and sale of this object are conducted in accordance with principles of transparency, scholarly consistency, and good faith, and no object is knowingly presented as a copy or imitation. The object has been documented using high-resolution imaging equipment, with its physical structure and form left entirely unaltered; only limited color-balance adjustments have been applied to ensure visual accuracy. As high-resolution imagery may influence the perception of scale, the photographs should always be considered together with the stated measurements. All statements concerning dating, intended function, symbolic or iconographic interpretation, and material identification represent high-probability academic assessments based on typological analysis, comparative examples from museum collections, and expert opinion; definitive verification would require advanced laboratory analysis beyond the scope of the sales process. Upon request prior to shipment, a signed ownership document issued in the buyer’s name may also be provided. If requested prior to dispatch, the Cultural and Iconographic Assessment Certificate will be prepared as a physical hard copy and included with the shipment.

Schätzpreis:150€

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