An ancient Roman bronze shield boss of circular form with a Bacchus head in high relief to the center, the edges are with four perforations for attachment. Circa the late 1st century AD. The Romans called the god of the grape-harvest Bacchus for a frenzy he is said to induce called bakkheia. Ancient Roman Shield Bosses And Historical Collectibles.

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