A beautifully Roman gold pendant, composed of a solid gold hoop, and a free-moving orange bead pendant, connected via a central piercing. As in many societies in antiquity, jewellery was an important social marker used to demonstrate wealth in the Roman Empire. With the expansion of the empire, Roman jewellery became more elaborate in its design, as goldsmiths were influenced by the range of styles, materials and techniques used by craftsmen in these newly conquered territories. By incorporating these foreign techniques and new designs, Rome could reflect its position as a prosperous and dominant conquering city. Roman jewellery was enriched and embellished with precious, semi-precious stones and glass beads. Measurements: Circa L 1.4cm Weight: 0.8g Provenance: Ex Japanese private collection and Asian Art Market (LC).