Massive Bread Stamp with the Inscription CIPIS

Culture: Roman

Period: 2nd-3rd century A.D.

Material: Bronze

Dimensions: 5.4 cm long

Price: Sold

Ref: 3288

Provenance: Private collection Dr. Rudolf Leopold, Vienna. Acquired in the 1990s.

Condition: Intact

Description: Massive, rectangular bread stamp with the inscription CIPIS in high relief. The inscription is framed, on the back a ring shaped handle. CIPIS stands for the owner or the bakery. Possibly from a Northern Italian province.