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Adjustable bracelet
Roman
Roman Imperial Period
about A.D. 100–200
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Diameter (max.): 0.053 m.
Credit Line
Theodora Wilbour Fund in memory of Zoë Wilbour
Accession Number61.1130
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Bracelets and armlets
DescriptionBracelet with die-cutter's model or stamp in mounting on top center (numismatic jewelry). This consists of a cult-image of Cybele, seated and facing straight ahead, patera in right hand, tympanum in left; a pair of lions flanks the high-backed throne. The frame is in form of a crescent with three beads. The crescent is symbolic of the moon god Men. There is a border of beads around and on the bracelet.
ProvenanceBy date unknown: with Dr. Hugo Weissmann, 96 Charles Street, Boston, Mass.; November 8, 1961: purchased by MFA from Dr. Hugo Weissmann for $ 875- (this is the total price for 61.1130–61.1135)