Maker unknown

This figurine was found in 2004 during the excavation of ancient habitation remains along Holterweg near Colmschate. It dates from the period 250-300 AD and is made of brass (a type of copper). The figurine represents the Roman goddess of victory Victoria, recognisable by the wings on her back, the globe on which she stands and her fixed two attributes in her hands, a laurel wreath and a palm leaf. Germanic men, who fought as mercenaries in the Roman army, probably took this figurine with them to their settlement in Colmschate. It often happened that they brought all kinds of things from the Roman world.

During the construction of a Germanic house in Colmschate, this figurine was deposited in a pit in front of a foundation post next to the entrance to a house. Presumably, by bringing this building offering, the occupant wanted to ask the gods or house spirits to watch over the house and its inhabitants.

Maker: Unknown
Title: Goddess Victoria
Period: 250-300 AD
Collection: Museum De Waag
Material: Brass | H 6.7 cm