100-300 AD. Roman. Iron trident with three long, widely-spaced prongs and twisted tang for insertion into a wooden haft. A trident is a three-pronged spear traditionally associated with the sea god Neptune in the Roman pantheon, perhaps suggesting that this item was used for ritual purposes. Good condition; on a custome-made stand.Size: L:775mm / W:130mm ; 430g ; Provenance: Property of a North London professional; previously acquire on the UK/European art market before 2000.