An Eastern Roman Gold and Banded Agate Pendant, Early Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century BCE - 2nd century CE Chains - 18K Yellow Gold perhaps the most popular shape

perhaps the most popular shape for Egyptian mirror handles

and a rock stela in Abu Simbel

The ring features a heavy loop of solid gold

Provenance:  Private east coast collector

All are now modern mounted as pendants with an adjustable 18K white gold chain

An Eastern Roman Gold and Banded Agate Pendant, Early Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century BCE - 2nd century CE Chains - 18K Yellow Gold perhaps the most popular shapeThis exquisite jewel, once an ancient earring, has been sensitively adapted for wear as a pendant. Fashioned in high karat gold, it is set with a hand carved, drop shaped cabochon of banded agate, its natural strata of warm brown, cream, and black creating a striking visual effect. The stone is framed by an elaborate openwork mount composed of delicately spiraled gold wirework that forms an intricate, foliate frame, both balanced and elaborate. Below