Roman Inscribed Bifacial Lead Pendant with Names of the Archangels

拍品描述

6th-7th century A.D. Rectangular pendant with two loops on the upper edge with Greek inscriptions referring to the archangels, one side with the inscription 'PA?AH?', (Raphael); the other side with reversed inscription reading '?ABPHI?' (Gabriel); repair to one loop. Cf. for a very similar amulet, Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 587. 4.97 grams, 27 mm (1 in.). [No Reserve] Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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