100-300 AD. Roman. Gold pendant with rounded ribbed suspension loop and elliptical medallion; the medallion features a cameo bust of a female figure in high relief enclosed by a starburst motif. The woman is shown looking over her right shoulder; she has a neat, short coiffure, carefully arranged around her temples, well-defined features, rounded shoulder and wears a draped gown. Her precise identity is unclear but she may reflect a female divinity, an empress or the original owner of this beautiful statement piece. Excellent condition; wearable. Size: L:40mm / W:30mm ; 6.5g, Provenance: Property of a London gentleman, part of his family collection formed in the 1980s-2000