Description: Up for offer is a wonderful Roman military brick of very fine red clay from the Roman occupation of Carnuntum (modern Vienna, Austria). The Roman brick fragment is stamped XIIII GMV (identified with the 14th Legion) within a rectangular serrated frame. While there are dozens of examples of the type in the Archaeological Museum at Vienna, this example is unusual, perhaps unique, in that the letters GMV are stamped upside down! From Carnuntum. The usual inscription in black ink from Dr. Zapfe on the side of the brick reads: "Carnuntum, 50 Leg.Lager" Circa 2nd-4th Century AD Length at max point is 5", thickness is .75" Great Provenance: Formerly in the collection of Dr. Helmut Zapfe, Austria, who was an noted expert. We are an international antiquities dealer with 40+ years of experience and are clearing out some end of year inventory -- please check out our other listings. Rare opportunity to acquire guaranteed ancient objects on eBAY at a great price.
Price: 1500 USD
Location: Quakertown, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-05-02T21:02:44.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Provenance: Ex-collection Dr. Helmut Zapfe, Austria
Material: Red clay brick
