Ancient Roman Crossbow Fibula - A Legionary's Brooch (No reserve price)

Ancient Roman Crossbow Fibula - A Legionary's Brooch Circa 1st-3rd century AD A fine bronze fibula with a broad, arched bow extending from a substantial transverse spring mechanism. The bow tapers towards a flattened foot. At the head, the coiled spring is arranged around a horizontal axis, with a slender pin extending beneath the bow towards the catchplate. Fibulae were essential accessories in Roman dress, used to fasten cloaks, tunics, and military garments. Size: 6cm x 3.5cm x 1.8cm Provenance: Private European Collection; formerly acquired from old UK and European collection formed since the 1970s. COMBINED SHIPPING We offer combined shipping only for items purchased in the same auction. You need to pay for these together; otherwise, the system will not combine shipping. We don't combine and refund shipping afterwards. SHIPPING WITHIN THE EU ONLY! We ship exclusively to addresses within the European Union. Please ensure that you can provide an EU delivery address before bidding.

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