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Description: | Incomplete cast copper alloy phallic votive model or pendant of Roman date probably 100-300 AD. There is some debate as to whether this is a pendant or not, a small knop is present at the rare of the object and is incomplete. However, it may be a stud, or more likely be a broken pendant loop. The phallic object is broadly sub-rectangular in plan and broadly sub-triangular in cross section. It tapers from front to back. The rear of the model is relatively flat with an abraded knop projecting relatively centrally. The edge of the model has a raised ridge which extends from one edge to the other. At the base of this ridge two small rounded projects are positioned; these represent the two testicles. The body of the phallus is relatively short and stubby, although relatively thick. Toward the head is a raised ridge, which is extends unevenly around the head of the penis. The tip of the penis is slightly blunted. Apart from the raised cast mouldings there is no evidence of other decorative motifs.
The artefact measures 21.2mm length, 8.9mm width and is 11.2mm thick. It weighs 6.46 grams.
The phallic object is a mid green colour with a well preserved polished patina. This has been abraded in places and some surface material has been lost. A direct parallel for the object has not been found, however, these models are relatively common in Roman contexts bringing strength to the wearer / owner. | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Creator: | Reavill, Peter - Portable Antiquities Scheme | Identifier: | http://www.findsdatabase.org.uk/hms/pas_... | Language: | en-GB | Go to resource |
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