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LOT 0712
Roman Bronze Elaborate Triple Phallic Horse Harness Pendant
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (26.9 grams, 53 mm).
Amuletic fascinum formed as a crescent with looped phallus to each side and male genitals to the centre; D-shaped loop above with two smaller side loops.
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0712
Roman Bronze Elaborate Triple Phallic Horse Harness Pendant
Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
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