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This left cheek piece is decorated with the figure of Victory bearing a trophy. It probably belongs to an officer's helmet, since its ornate workmanship would accord with the owner's high rank.
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Title: Bronze cheek piece of a helmet
Period: Mid-Imperial
Date: late 2nd century CE
Culture: Roman
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Overall: 6 1/2 x 4 1/8 x 1 1/16 in. (16.5 x 10.5 x 2.7 cm)
Classification: Bronzes
Credit Line: Purchase, Mrs. Edward S. Litchfield Gift, 1986
Object Number: 1986.11.13
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