C. 100-300 AD. Roman. Exceptional gold club-shaped pendant comprising circular ribbed suspension loop, filigree-decorated handle and flaring body terminating in a rounded head. The body of the club is decorated with applied filigree bands, pendants and spirals. Hercules was a Roman hero and demigod, the Roman equivalent of the Greek Herakles. He was famed for his strength and his many adventures, which he undertook while armed with his trusty club. In Roman religion, Hercules’ club became a symbol of his power and the protection he could afford to his followers. This beautiful piece probably belonged to a faithful priest or priestess of the demigod. Excellent condition, Wearable.Size: L:37mm / W:8mm ; 3.3g; Provenance: Property of a professional Ancient art and jewelry expert; previously with a London gallery; initially from a private British collection formed before 2000.