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Roman Penannular Gold Bracelet

Roman

Roman Penannular Gold Bracelet

A hollow penannular bracelet whose widening terminals give architectural weight to an exceptionally restrained Roman form.

Date
2nd–4th century AD
Period
Roman Imperial Period
Material
Gold
Weight
19.31 g
Dimensions
Diameter 82.32 mm
Condition
Ancient hollow bracelet preserved

The Story of the Object

Material, Meaning and Survival

The bracelet narrows through the body and broadens toward terminals emphasized by thick wire borders. Its hollow construction allowed the goldsmith to achieve visual presence while controlling weight. Comparable forms recorded in the British Museum catalogue place the object within a long Roman tradition of elegant, technically economical personal ornament.