100-300 AD. Roman, A rare gold pendant with a rounded suspension loop, a disk-shaped body with a filigree border featuring a repeating chevron pattern, and a hardstone cameo. The handsome red hardstone cameo depicts a lion in high relief with flowing mane and highly idealised features. Lions were symbols of courage and strength in the Roman world and this piece may have once belonged to a Roman officer. In order to confirm its authenticity, this piece has undergone X-Ray Fluorescence analysis by an independent Belgian Laboratory. The samples collected show the chemical composition to reflect the typical metal contents of the described period, whilst also showing no modern trace elements in the patina. Good condition; wearable.Size: L:37mm / W:30mm ; 9g; Provenance: Property of a professional Ancient art and jewelry expert; previously with a London gallery; initially from a private British collection formed in the 1980s.