Roman 'Thames' Bronze Phallic Seal Box and Pendant Group

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/8 - 15/8 in. (10.6 grams total, 29-41 mm).

The seal box with remains of articulate hinge, raised phallus to top face with red enamelled detail; exaggerated stylised penis pendant with fragment of suspension loop remaining. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0633