Roman Bronze Votive Gladius Sword Pendant. Circa 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D. With ribbed guard and knop finial; pierced through the blade. 2.53 grams, 34 mm (1 3/8 in.). [No Reserve]

From a Manchester, UK, collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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