Roman Pelta Pendant, Bronze
Pelta-shaped decorative belt and leather fittings were popular, numerous finds were made in the Limes forts and settlements, dating from the 1st to the 3rd century. Mainly in military context they were used as belt decorations, brooches or pendants. Our pendant is a reconstructed copy of an original leather belt fitting from the Saalburg fort in Germany.
Roman Pelta Pendant
The pendant is based on a military strap fitting from the collection of the Saalburg Museum and is handcrafted from real bronze. Supplied with leather thong and certificate. Size approx. 20 x 20 mm.
Pelta-shaped decorative belt and leather fittings were popular, numerous finds were made in the Limes forts and settlements, dating from the 1st to the 3rd century. Mainly in military context they were used as belt decorations, brooches or pendants. Our reproduction is a reconstructed copy of an original leather belt fitting.
The pelta ornament is named after a light, crescent shaped shield, which was in use by the light ancient greek infantry. In ancient art, the female warriors of the Amazons were often depicted with this shields, that´s why the pelta shields are also called "Amazon´s shields"
| Delivery time | 1-2 weeks |
|---|---|
| weight | 0.004000 |
| size | 20 x 20 mm |
| Era | Romans |
| Material | Bronze |
| Kind of replica | Pendants |
| scope of delivery | With rivets and instructions, ready to assemble. |