Roman Bronze Crossbow Fibula shaanxiprovince yet ancient and wise in

yet ancient and wise in others

Originating before European contact and later expanded through Portuguese trade

monumental pyramid-like constructions (huacas)

reflecting the Nazca people’s deep connection to nature and their pantheon of deities

Roman Bronze Crossbow Fibula shaanxiprovince yet ancient and wise inLater Roman Empire, c. 350 AD, Upper Danube or Pannonia Region A magnificent and impressively crafted Late Roman bronze crossbow fibula, an iconic status symbol of the empires military and elite class. This large, exquisitely designed brooch features a crossbar adorned with two oblate spheres, each with a central raised point, while a third onion shaped terminal sits proudly at the bows junction. The boldly channeled bow and the rectangular footplate