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Genuine Roman bronze armor joint plate (or applied decorative plate for leather armor), dating to the 1st–3rd century AD. The plate features a finely punched dotted pattern of semicircles, a common decorative motif in Roman military fittings. These small bronze plates were used to connect segments of armor, reinforce leather armor, or provide decorative finishing for belts, straps, and armor appliqués. Specifications: • Type: Armor Joint Plate / Bronze Plate for Leather Armor • Culture: Roman • Date: 1st–3rd Century AD • Origin: Roman Empire • Material: Bronze (Copper Alloy) • Dimensions: 34.1 mm × 23.9 mm × 2.2 mm • Weight: 7.9 grams • Condition: Good, with natural patina During the height of the Empire, Roman soldiers used a range of armor including segmented lorica, scale, and reinforced leather. Bronze fittings like this were essential components that joined, protected, and decorated armor—reflecting the advanced craftsmanship and military innovation that sustained Roman power. Com