A Roman gold lunula pendant from the period, dating to the 3rd-4th century. Century Ad. This exquisite piece features filigree scrollwork and applied gold beads in the shape of grapes At its centre lies an almandine garnet cabochon, set in a closed setting, showcasing a distinctive dark red cabochon garnet. Academic report by Dr Laura Maria Vigna Roma Italy accompanies this lot Object Crescent (plural: lunulae)pendant. Measurements:38x35mm. Lunula pendants were pieces of jewellery modelled in the shape of a crescent moon, worn in Ancient Greece and Rome as protection against evil and to attract good fortune. These lunar motifs became very popular in Greek and Roman jewellery throughout the entire Roman Empire. Provence acquired the object in 1995 In London Previous private English collection 1980 The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece in accordance with all applicable national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. A provenance statement was seen by Catawiki. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, a provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important info. The Seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. THE Seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. For shipment between the UK and the EU, no export permit is needed but some import taxes may apply. The seller guarantees to have acquired this lot by legal means and he has the proper permits. The seller will inform the buyer about this if acquiring the proper permits and shipping the lot takes more than a few days