Ancient Roman 1st-2nd Century A.D. Celtic Silver Fibula Wild Boar

The fibula is not cast like most Roman and Celtic fibulas but is entirely handmade. The board and the base are hand-cut from solid silver plaque, hand-sculptured, and then chiseled with fine details.

Also, the attachment pin is entirely handmade.

In Celtic mythology, the wild boar represents the Celtic God "Moccus," who is identified with Mercury. He is a boar or a swine, the God of the Celtic tribes in Celtic culture. The wild boar also symbolizes spiritual authority, a representation commonly associated with the Druid's caste. Wild boar symbols were often placed on the swords, shields, and helmets of Celtic warriors.

Boar statues can also be found alongside statues of armed warriors. The boar is a symbol of courage and ferocious strength for the warriors, one of the most popular animal symbols for the Celts. But unlike the stag, the bull, and the sacred birds, the boar was not particularly revered until the Iron Age Celts.

CONDITION: The item is in good condition with an attachment pin at the rear. It has not undergone any repairs and is free of any damages.

DIMENSIONS:

Overall length: 5.3 cm (2.09 inches).

Height: 3 cm (1.18 inches).

WEIGHT: 14.8 grams.