Copper alloy, 145 grams, 71.77 mm. Circa 2nd century AD. A beautifully well cast un-stylized lion head mount. Moulded in high relief with finely incised details of fur, a wrinkled nose and knotted brow, the wide eyes have recessed pupils and the jaws are open. The whole face is framed by the thick tuffs of the mane. Ref: for similar mounts see, Celtic & Roman Artefacts by Nigel Mills, page 128; Bonhams auction catalogue 26th April 2007, lot 387; Bonhams auction catalogue 15th October 2008, lot 246. A stunning example with a silky dark green patina, small fragment lost in antiquity otherwise in very fine condition. Ex old English collection.