Roman bronze applique with an elephant in relief, ca. 1st - 3rd Century A.D. , rectangular shape with four mounting pins on the back, the elephant is well modeled in naturalistic style with a bird above its back; all within a rectangular border. 1 ? x 1 ? in. (3.8 x 3.2 cm). Brown patina with green encrustation. Depictions of elephants on Roman objects is scarce. Ex Los Angeles private collection. Estimated Value: $400 - $500.