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| Item Number: |
8LM7K |
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| Category: |
Roman |
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| Period: |
Roman |
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| Date: |
c. 1st-3rd Century A.D. |
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| Material: |
Bronze |
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| Length: |
1 1/2" (3.7cm) |
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| Display Stand: |
Mounted |
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| Status: |
Sold |
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| Description: |
The protruding finial bust of the god of trade is depicted on top of the short pin, and wearing a wide-spread winged helmet, also known as the Petasos.
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| Provenance: |
Ex. French Art Market
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| Condition: |
Intact
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| Keywords: |
Mercury: Messenger of the gods, normally depicted with a winged helmet (Petasos), winged feet and carrying a caduceus and purse, he was the patron of merchants, traders, travelers and thieves.
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