A Roman slave collar from the series "Spartacus, blood and Sand". This collar is leather with a resin cast medallion. The text on these usually reads: "If you have found me, return me to my owner___________"
Slavery in ancient Rome was said to encompass up to 20% of the population, most household had slaves and most industry such as mining was totally used with slaves, and was classed as a virtual death sentence. Many slaves were captives from conquered states, some were people who had ended up heavily in debt,