Textiles and Dress

Bulla (amulet)

A bulla, an amulet worn like a locket, was given to male children in Ancient Rome nine days after birth. Inside the medallion, an amulet was placed, which was usually a phallus – a symbol that brought good luck in antiquity. Rather similar objects are rare finds from Late Bronze Age Ireland.

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See also

• ▸Allahabad Pillar
• ▸Elisabeth Niggemeyer
• ▸Ermine (tincture)

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