Roman — Roman; 43-200
Ornament
Ornament/pendant made from the base of a red deer antler, with a phallus carved in relief near the centre. Finished with three perforations by which it can be suspended as an ornament or charm.
Representations of male genitals were used as charms against the evil eye and as signs of good luck.
- Category:
- Roman
- Object ID:
- 3407
- Object name:
- ornament
- Object type:
- Artist/Maker:
- —
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- Production date:
- Roman; 43-200
- Material:
antler
- Measurements/duration:
- L 83 mm, W 72 mm, T 27 mm (overall)
- Part of:
- —
- On display:
- —
- Record quality:
- 100%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
- Image credit:
- —
- Creative commons usage:
- —
- License this image:
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