Object Description
A superb Ancient Roman gold pendant set with an oval-shaped agate. A twisted gold band frames the horizontally-set semi-precious stone. Three gold ornaments featuring a large loop and a bow-shaped detail at the top are suspended from the bottom of the pendant. The end of each ornament is decorated with a pearl. The pearl on the left was replaced. The delicate pearls display their iridescent finish, especially when in movement, and compliment the matte cream and brown tones of the agate. The back of the pendant shows the flat greyish-white reverse of the agate secured by the highly polished bezel frame. A gold loop has been added above for suspension.
Date: 1st-3rd century A.D.