Roman disc fibula sun cross, bronze

Product description

The swastika brooch is modelled after a find from a private collection and represents a distinctive variation of the typical Roman swastika brooches. This particular type is rare and may be regarded as a variation of the Roman horse-head fibula, where the original shape evolved into a more amorphous design. Swastika brooches were, nonetheless, widely used throughout the Roman Empire, spanning from Britain to Syria.

The replica is available in high-quality bronze. The brooch measures 4 x 4 cm and features a sturdy spiral pin construction on the back for secure attachment.

Swastika fibulae have been discovered across various regions of the Roman Empire. The Romans referred to the swastika as "crux gammata" owing to the shape of the hooks resembling an inverted Greek gamma. The swastika has been a symbol of the sun and positive forces in many ancient cultures and continues to be a sacred symbol in Hinduism today. Several types of swastika brooches were produced, amongst them those shaped like a traditional German swastika, as well as others with rounded arms or horse-head designs.