Torcs were worn around the neck, the upper arm or the wrist during Roman times. This torc is the equivalent of our modern bangle.
The image on the front of this card is of Ceres (Summer), part of the Four Seasons mosaic from the 1st century pavement found in the remains of a Roman town house in Dyer Street, Cirencester in 1849. Ceres is wreathed with corn and flowers and equipped with a sickle and a bunch of corn-ears.
Fun and educational jewellery to inspire inquisitive minds!
The band is adjustable, but best fits smaller wrists up to 7 inches in circumference.
Materials: Pewter
Dimensions: Adjustable
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