A ROMAN BRONZE PHALLIC AMULET PENDANT
Circa 2nd-3rd century AD.
With a pointed tip representing the foreskin and a ridge from back to front on the underside of the phallus. With a loop for suspension. These amulets (fascina) were thought to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits.
L 33 mm

From the collection of an Austrian art dealer, acquired on the European art market.