Roman Bronze Crossbow Fibula shaanxiprovince This elegant form was widely

This elegant form was widely favored across the Roman Empire from the first century to the early fourth century

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

monumental pyramid-like constructions (huacas)

Others existed at the level of families or individuals

Originating before European contact and later expanded through Portuguese trade

Roman Bronze Crossbow Fibula shaanxiprovince This elegant form was widelyLater 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