A Roman Gold and Red Jasper Luna Pendant, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd- 3rd century CE Chains - 18K White Gold where agate and carnelian were

where agate and carnelian were traded over vast distances through well-established networks linking the Persian plateau

she conducted extensive fieldwork in Greece and Turkey and published influential studies on classical and Hellenistic art

Warlpiri women from Yuendumu and yonder

reinforcing its role not only as a marker of identity but also as something carried or worn for a degree of protection

excellent preservation

A Roman Gold and Red Jasper Luna Pendant, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd- 3rd century CE Chains - 18K White Gold where agate and carnelian wereThis elegant pendant takes the form of a crescent moonan ancient emblem of feminine energy. Crafted from high karat gold and edged with fine gold wire, it features a warm red jasper inlay that highlights the curved form. Known as lunulae, crescent shaped pendants were popular throughout the Roman world and were traditionally worn by girls as protective charms invoking the moon goddess. The motif symbolized femininity, fertility, and cyclical renewal,