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it's obviously a thingamajig
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Or maybe it was the opposite, they were a basic project assigned to beginner metalsmiths to teach them the different skills. That's why they're everywhere, because everyone who went to the Roman equivalent of trade school made, like, 1-3.
If I recall correctly, they aren't everywhere though.
Afaik they were only found in provinces but not in Italy.
More specifically they were largely found in Gaul and Britain, so I assume it's nonsense that spread around with the Romano-Celts. Either as noted a masterwork or maybe some type of scrying tool. There are examples of similar objects both pre and post Rome so take that as you will.
Probably something silly like the latest hot ticket item at Pier 1 Imports or IKEA or some shit. Y’kno, like the silly bands of their time! 🤪
Roman fidget spinner