Due to custom regulations we can not ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. Late Roman to Early Byzantine bronze censer (incense burner) with original chains and hooks, suitable for hanging. This early incense burner could also be used standing (without the chains). The rounded bowl rests on a ring foot. The everted rim has three suspension lugs, decorated with three pellets. which serve to strengthen the attachment of the circlets to the body. Complete with three chains hanging from a central distribution hook. There is a faintly undefined inscription in Greek below the rim: ☩ HAΓIA EAENH ☩ This can be a dedication to a Saint or the name of the individual who donated the censer to the church. This bronze vessel was used for burning incense and could be suspended or carried around and swung by its chain. Total length: ± 43 cm Diameter bowl: ± 75,4 mm Height bowl: ± 80,4 mm Condition: Good and solid condition, wear consistent with age and use. A tiny pinhole in the base and side of the cup, rim partly restored. Appealing olive-green patina. See images. Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).