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This intriguing object is a Roman-style erotic token, commonly referred to as a spintria, bearing the numeral “XV” (15) within a laurel wreath on one side, and a finely detailed erotic scene on the other. The reverse depicts a classical bedroom setting where a nude male and female figure engage in intercourse, with rich drapery adding to the sense of opulence and privacy. These tokens are widely believed to have been used in brothels or bathhouses of the Roman Empire, either as entrance tokens, payment substitutes, or erotic collectibles. The erotic motif, paired with the numeral, suggests a codified system of services, positions, or rooms—though no direct ancient source confirms the exact purpose.
While this piece is a modern reproduction based on archaeological examples, it captures the essence and iconography of early Imperial Rome. Spintriae offer a unique lens into Roman attitudes toward sexuality, commerce, and symbolic communication. For collectors and historians, this token represents a fascinating intersection of daily Roman life and numismatic culture—an object both provocative and educational in its historical implications.
278,00 Kč