Ave!
We posted this artifact before but have a new explanation...?
Roman Celtic Soldier Trouser Suspender, ca. 2nd Cent BC -1st Century AD
Copper
alloy; 73mm/55gm, beautiful green
patina that could be
enhanced with
Ren Wax and a buff.
It was explained to me in
Serbia that this buckle was worn over the wearers back. The single loop was attached to the back of the wearer pants and the two other loops were attached to the front of the trousers, similar to today.
As you know, the
Roman soldiers wore skirts rather than pantaloons...the obvious sign of a
Celtic barbarian. Once the
Romans began their control of the Eastern provinces, they began to recruit
Celtic members into their Legions.
Any thoughts?
Best,,
Kevin
