Roman enamel brooch featuring a fish

$21.60
3-5 weeks
Code: WES8746

This Roman enamel brooch in the shape of a fish is made of metal and decorated with blue and turquoise enamel. It has a pin on the back, allowing it to be attached to clothing. The brooch comes in a gift box along with a card containing historical information.

This brooch is an exact replica of a 1st-century CE Roman fish fibula, the original of which was found in East Sussex, Great Britain.

This zoomorphic Roman brooch is based on an authentic archaeological find and is handcrafted and decorated with delicate enamel.

Fish-shaped brooches were very popular during the Roman period and were produced in many variations with multicolored enamel inlays. This particular example likely depicts a salmon.