£ 265.00
A flat, discoid, miniature shield made of bronze, with a U-shaped grip to the underside. This unusual item presumably served a votive function, as it is too large in diameter to be a button or stud.
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Both before and after the Roman conquest, it was common practice of Celtic peoples to offer miniature weapons at shrines or in a body of water, such as lakes, springs, rivers, and bogs. This ritual is possibly to be associated with success in war, or with the appeasement of a warrior deity for good harvest or health.
To discover more about Celtic culture, please visit our relevant blog post: Bronze Age Britain.
| Weight | 33 g |
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| Dimensions | W 6 cm |
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