Ancient Roman plowshare | Historical agricultural tool
Ancient Roman plowshare | Historical agricultural tool
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Authentic and ancient Roman plowshare
The Roman plowsharewe present is an original historical piece, handcrafted from iron and used in ancient times to work and open furrows in the soil. Measuring 36 x 14 x 11.5 cm (H), this Roman plowsharerepresents an authentic fragment of traditional agriculture, a tool that formed part of the origin of agricultural labor as we know it today.
This Roman plowshareis notable for its conical shape and deep inner cavity, designed to fit the plow's wooden arm. Its robust construction, dark patina, and natural wear attest to its actual use in tillage. The side edges are partially raised to guide the soil, and the reinforced point, still visible in the images, demonstrates the effectiveness with which this tool penetrated the ground.
Every mark, groove, and texture on the iron tells a story. It's not just a tool: it's a new addition to your collection—limited, unique, and with immeasurable historical value. Today, these pieces are used as rustic decorative elements, museum pieces, exhibition items, or as part of archaeological and ethnographic collections.
Key technical features
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Material:One-piece wrought iron.
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Conical shapewith inner cavity for insertion of the shaft.
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Hardenedand reinforced tip through manual forging.
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Elevated sidesfor channeling the terrain.
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Original patinawith stable natural oxide.
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Measurements:36 x 14 x H11.5 cm.
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Completely hand-finished.
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Authentic historical piece, without replica.
Function of a Roman plowshare
This type of tool was used to plow the land, open furrows, loosen the soil, and prepare the field for planting. It was an essential component of the traditional Roman plow, attached to the front to ensure penetration, soil cutting, and durability during long days of work. Today, it is preserved as a historical artifact and decorative object with an incomparable rustic charm.
