Roman 'Open Wheel' Brooch 014654

Roman 'Open Wheel' Brooch 014654
Roman 'Open Wheel' Brooch
Copper-alloy, 8.07 grams, 31.32 mm. Circa 1st century AD. Of cast circular openwork form, with five curved arms or spokes; With the pin plate and catchplate to the reverse but lacking the original iron pin. Reference: Richard Hattatt Brooches of Antiquity, page 161, figure 52, for similar examples. An excellent brooch, with attractive, even patina.
 
This item was accompanied by an illustrated Certificate of Authenticity.

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