Specimen observed during Antikarts catalog integration. The record is prepared from the technical and provenance information provided by the source. Photographs are preserved as condition evidence at the time of cataloguing.
Roman — Phallic amulet — 1st - 3rd Century A.D
Roman, 1st - 3rd Century A.D, Bronze, 21 mm x 30 mm Condition: Good condition. Documented provenance. Antikarts dossier with presentation, characteristics and traceability.
Archaeological cabinet
Detailed Description
Roman, 1st - 3rd Century A.D, Bronze, 21 mm x 30 mm
Analysis & expertise
Characteristics
Item: Phallic amulet. Material: Bronze. Culture: Roman. Period: 1st - 3rd Century A.D. Dimensions: 21 mm x 30 mm. Condition: Good condition.
Historical context
Context markers: Roman. Dating indicated: 1st - 3rd Century A.D.
Cultural value
Reference record preserved for study, comparison and documentation.
Traceability & guarantees
Provenance: Ex Belgian private collection, acquired between 1970 – 1980 In ancient Roman religion and magic, the fascinus or fascinum was the embodiment of the divine phallus. The word can refer to the deity himself (Fascinus), to phallus effigies and amulets, and to the spells used to invoke his divine protection. Pliny calls it a medicus invidiae, a "doctor" or remedy for envy (invidia, a "looking upon") or the evil eye.. Record preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference. Stored documentary source: https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/roman-phallic-amulet-5/.
Archaeological Identity Card
Material, chronological and cultural record for the object
Reference
YA-8739
- Period
- Roman
- Date
- 1st - 3rd Century A.D
- Metal
- Bronze
- Diameter
- 21 mm x 30 mm
- Other References
- YA-8739
- Condition
- Good condition
- Provenance
- Ex Belgian private collection, acquired between 1970 – 1980 In ancient Roman religion and magic, the fascinus or fascinum was the embodiment of the divine phallus. The word can refer to the deity himself (Fascinus), to phallus effigies and amulets, and to
