Ancient Roman Bronze Cavalry Brooch fibula of an Equestrian galloping right. Traces of silver on the surface.

Ancient Roman Bronze Cavalry Brooch fibula of an Equestrian galloping right. In the roman hierarchy the equestrians had mostly an aristocratic origin and it was one of the most prestigeous military service. Rare variety with a rider (much more common only with a horse) . The pin is missing and the front leg broken, otherwise very well grade of preservation with a smooth dark green natural patina and traces of silver surface. Material: Bronze Date: 1st - 3rd century A. D. Size: 2,6cm. Item No. C28 Purchased by the current owner in 2011 in Austria, Wien from Collector fair. Collected Since: 1980's. Previous owners history: Old Austrian Private Collection. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.