Cygnus, Roman Brass Spoon

Give Cignus, Roman Brass Spoon

Cygnus, Roman spoon made of brass with oval bowl and handle shaped like a swan's head



In general, spoons from Roman antiquity can be divided into two basic types:

While the cochlear (pl. cochlearia ) has a smaller spoon (the so-called spoon ) and another straight and pointed one.
It had a stem with a sharp end, the ligule (pl. ligulae ), generally larger and heavier, was characterized by a rather generous shape and
Often an oval bowl and a handle with a rounded end or decorative knob.



The cignus (pl. cigni ) represented a special form of ligule. Like the standard ligule, this spoon had a large shape.
Oval spoon bowl. However, it was fitted with a shortened, backward-bent handle decorated with a stylized waterfowl or
Swan's head (in Latin, swan = cygnus , hence the name).



This type of spoon with an unmistakable handle is attributed to late antiquity (ca. 4th/5th century AD). During excavations
Late Roman cigni made of common and noble metals (bronze, silver) with different handle variants were unearthed.
Archaeological circles believe that these short spoons were primarily used as dining spoons. the starter
Examination of various finds, in particular the analysis of their signs of use, suggests that they are most likely mostly
It is used as a tablespoon/soup spoon for scooping liquid foods from bowls or bowls with curved walls.
It cannot be ruled out that swan spoons were also used as serving spoons for liquids.



This reproduction of a swan neck spoon with a large, deep almond shaped bowl (oval shaped bowl with a slight tip) is now available.
Made of brass. The short s-shaped handle ends with an outward-facing swan head. This beautiful piece
Roman cutlery is ideal for experiencing history and is a beautiful addition to any Roman's outfit.
Recreationalists.



Details:

- Material: brass

- Total length: approx. 9.6cm

- Handle dimensions: approx. 3.5 cm long / 2.3 cm high

- Bowl dimensions: approx. 6.4 cm long / 3.2 cm wide (at widest point).
- Weight: approx. 23 g



Legal notice:
Not suitable for direct contact with food.


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