ROMAN “FASCINUS”. BRONZE. I-III CENTURIES A.D.
Decorative Antiques - Miscellaneous
Reference: Z0345
Roman amulet “Fascinum”. Bronze. 1st-3rd centuries AD. c. Roman phallic amulet with a ring on one side to be worn around the neck as was customary. This type of piece, personification of the “divine phallus” in the mythology of Ancient Rome and the god Fascinus, invoked his protection and defended against evil. eye, being omnipresent in Roman culture due to their apotropaic power (they were worn by children to protect them, by the military, etc.).
· Size: Long. 3 cms.
120 €