Oud-Romeins, Keizerrijk Zilver Zeer zeldzame militaire Armilla armband – Very rare Roman Armilla torc/bracelet (military award) – 61 mm

A Roman military torc was a type of necklet or bracelet given to soldiers as a decoration for valor. The term torc, from the Latin torquis meaning "to twist," refers to the item's distinctive twisted-metal design, as seen in the image. Torcs were considered minor awards for rank-and-file soldiers for bravery in battle. Another related award was the armilla, a bracelet with a similar function. Key Details Size: 61 x 52 x 8 mm Weight: 13.83 gram Find: Nederland Origin: The Romans adopted the torc or Armilla as a military award after encountering them worn by Celtic warriors, viewing them as valuable war trophies. Usage: These decorations were often awarded in pairs. During military parades, soldiers would proudly display their decorations on a chest harness and wear the torcs around the arm or neck, often hanging from a red scarf called a focale. Status Symbol: While Celtic torcs and armillas were symbols of high status and wealth among chieftains, in the Roman army, they became a more widespread symbol of military achievement. Material: Roman military torcs and Armillas could be made of bronze, silver, or gold, with the material reflecting the status of the recipient or the significance of the... lees verder bij Catawiki