Ancient Roman Hematite Magical Gem. Ouroboros encircling a uterus-symbol with fallopian tubes, above a group of standing deities. Inscription outside the Ouroboros and inscription in two lines on the back: επιπ|οδια → ἐπί ποδία. 'Stand up!’. Most probably the gem is intended to hasten childbirth, ca 3rd century AD, ca. 3,1 cm. For a very similar Gem, with same inscription see: Bonner, SMA on CBd-1051 Date: Roman, ca. 3rd century A.D. Material: Hematite Size: ca. 3,1 cm Condition: chipped Provenance: Ex French collection, prior to that Germany collection, formed before 1980 Dispatch only to addresses within the EU. The authenticity of the item is unconditionally guaranteed. This item is accompanied with an illustrated Certificate of Authenticity.