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- RARE ROMAN SACRIFICIAL KNIFE AMULET, 1ST-2ND CENTURY AD
- RARE ROMAN SACRIFICIAL KNIFE AMULET, 1ST-2ND CENTURY AD
- RARE ROMAN SACRIFICIAL KNIFE AMULET, 1ST-2ND CENTURY AD

RARE ROMAN SACRIFICIAL KNIFE AMULET, 1ST-2ND CENTURY AD

B2237

$265.00 Sale

Silvered bronze, slightly over 1” length, modeled after the knives used by Roman priests for the sacrifice of small animals in Pagan rituals. See British Museum #1873.8.20.31, for a related example and our FNS4858 pictured here. Original suspension loop with coiled tail typical of Roman taste. The pure silver overlay restored and mounted to a Sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. It comes with a certification of authenticity and is jewelry gift boxed.