Roman Dolphin Weight
3rd-4th century AD. A bronze figurine of a dolphin, finely modelled in bronze, details such as the eyes and mouth are clearly visible, as well as the scaled body and the other bronze features, possibly used as a trade weight. Cf. J. Eisenberg, Art of the Ancient World, 1985, no.322. 78 grams, 52mm (2"). From a home counties collection, formed 1970-1980.
Condition Report: Fine condition, pale green patination.
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3rd-4th century AD. A bronze figurine of a dolphin, finely modelled in bronze, details such as the eyes and mouth are clearly visible, as well as the scaled body and the other bronze features, possibly used as a trade weight. Cf. J. Eisenberg, Art of the Ancient World, 1985, no.322. 78 grams, 52mm (2"). From a home counties collection, formed 1970-1980.
Condition Report: Fine condition, pale green patination.