statue of jupiter highest roman god alabaster plaster Bijlaccessoires The great bascinet was developed

The great bascinet was developed from the early 15th century

All these features rendered it well-suited to prolonged wear

The point of balance is situated 14 cm from the cross-guard

it was also employed as a fashionable display of wealth

The original brooches were uncovered in the 1870s by archaeologist Hjalmar Stolpe in the grave Bj 854 in Birka

statue of jupiter highest roman god alabaster plaster Bijlaccessoires The great bascinet was developedJupiter was the ruler of the Roman world of gods and protector of the state. This statue is an officially licensed reproduction (RMN catalog number PG003623) with a bronze colored patina over the cast plaster. The fine color details of the bronze original, such as the silver inlay eyes and the painted base, have not been reproduced in this replica. An impressive centerpiece for a Lararium or collection.