Roman Razor with Head of Mars Pommel 1st-2nd century A.D. A razor composed of an iron blade with curved blade and a bifacial bronze handle decorated with X-motifs along the shank, terminating in a collared finial formed as a helmetted bust, possibly representing the goddess Minerva, with detailing to the face and hair, and a scrolled flourish to the hilt guard. 34.6 grams, 14 cm (5 1/2 in.). Acquired Munich, Germany, late 1990s. Property of an East London gentleman.