A decorated Roman Bronze Strigil, ca. 1st -2nd century CE Jewelry - Beads especially hematite in the case

especially hematite in the case of the set square

the ram's head was thought of as an emblem of good fortune and during Roman times

London (Charlotte Str

Northern England

with The Pacific Arts Symposium)

A decorated Roman Bronze Strigil, ca. 1st -2nd century CE Jewelry - Beads especially hematite in the caseWhen viewing ancient athletic scenes, a basic "kit" was almost always included: a sponge, an aryballos, and a strigil. The strigil was a small, curved metal tool used extensively by the Greeks and Romans and considered essential for skin care. After covering the body with olive oil, it was used to scrape dirt and sweat from their bodies as part of the process of massage, cold or hot baths, exercise, or competitive games. The curved handle allowed the