Ca. 100 AD, Roman. Gold lunar amulet comprises a crescent moon with suspension loop, corded border and applied spheres. In Roman mythology, Luna (the Moon) is sometimes viewed as a goddess in her own right, and sometimes appears as an epithet of more senior goddesses like Diana or Juno, meaning this item may be a sign of devotion to senior gods within the Roman pantheon. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: L:34mm / W:31mm ; 5.4g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.