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Brooch, Swastika, Scarce Counter-clockwise type, c. 1st-2nd Cent AD
Copper alloy; 30mm/10.0gm
Con/ about As Fabricated; Dark brown patina; spring and pin intact, cleaned not waxed
Ref/ Hattatt catalog # 1145 var.
The Romans began to assimilate Celtic soldiers into their legions in the eastern provinces of Dalmatia and Pannonia beginning in the 1st-2nd century AD. Such Celtic tribes brought their own ancient symbols and artistry, not only in military items, but brooches, as well. One of their good luck symbols was the swastika. In ancient Sanskrit, the swastika equated to "well-being".