roman dolphin crest 1st 3rd century silvered bronze Fantasy- en festivaljurken The Lucy leather bodice has

The Lucy leather bodice has thin padding on the front and back

Constructed from bronze

This material has been worn throughout history in Scotland

It was a garment well-suited to outdoor work or travelling

Belt fittings like this were worn all over the Viking world between the 9th and 10th century

roman dolphin crest 1st 3rd century silvered bronze Fantasy- en festivaljurken The Lucy leather bodice hasThis comb shows in relief two dolphins with upward pointing tails, which together form the handle. The design is based on a Roman find dating between the 1st and 3rd centuries AD. Dolphins played a recurring role in myths in classical antiquity and were seen as helpful creatures: they are said to have saved the poet Arion of Lesbos from drowning, and were considered companions of sea gods. A graceful comb for those who want to portray Roman culture.