Archaeology — Roman; c. 43-100
Antler, pendant, roundel pendant
Antler roundel pendant (Type 5) with a well-worked surface, a central carved phallus in high relief and four drilled perforations. Each of the perforations retained a bronze pin. These are a rare form, so far only recorded in Britain with parallels from Castleford, Corbridge and Staines.
Representations of male genitals were used as charms against the evil eye and as signs of good luck.
- Category:
- Archaeology
- Object ID:
- RAG82[1156]<90>
- Object name:
- antler, pendant, roundel pendant
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- Production date:
- Roman; c. 43-100
- Material:
antler
- Measurements/duration:
- L 51 mm, W 49.5 mm, T 15.5 mm (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Archaeological archive
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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