ROMAN LEGIONARY’S SWORD BELT MOUNT NECKLACE, MID-LATE 4TH CENTURY AD

$260.00

Original sword belt mount from a Roman legionary’s sword belt, mid to late 4th century AD. See https://www.forumancientcoins.com/NumisWiki/view.asp?key=Roman%20Military%20Belts for virtually identical examples and detailed information. While decorative, these mounts were, capable of protectively absorbing the impact of a sword blow. Thus, they are in fact, a form of Roman armor.  It is bronze about 1 3/4” (1.69”) height with a strong medial reinforcing ridge. The silver surface is restored and mounted on an 18” silver mounted polished leather neck cord for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.

Item ID: C3154

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ROMAN LEGIONARY’S SWORD BELT MOUNT NECKLACE, MID-LATE 4TH CENTURY AD

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