{"product_id":"rj2557-1","title":"A Roman Gold Luna Pendant, Roman Imperial Period, 3rd - 4th century CE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis finely crafted gold pendant is fashioned as a lunula, or crescent moon, one of the most enduring protective amulets worn by women and girls throughout the Roman Empire. The crescent represented the waxing and waning moon and was closely associated with feminine identity, fertility, renewal, and the divine protection of the moon goddess, often identified with Diana or Luna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunulae were typically presented to girls in childhood and worn throughout their youth as apotropaic ornaments believed to protect the wearer from malevolent forces, illness, and the \"evil eye.\" Their function closely paralleled that of the bulla worn by Roman boys. Although many examples survive in bronze and silver, gold lunulae were luxury objects reserved for families of considerable means and reflect both personal devotion and social status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe present example is notable for its elegant proportions and restrained form. The broad crescent terminals taper gracefully toward rounded tips, while the suspension loop is decorated with delicate ribbing, a characteristic decorative treatment found on high-quality Roman goldwork of the Late Imperial period. Its clean silhouette and refined workmanship emphasize the timeless simplicity that has made ancient Roman jewelry particularly appealing to modern collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its symbolic role, the crescent moon embodied the cyclical nature of life, regeneration, and feminine power, making the lunula one of the most recognizable and meaningful amuletic forms in the Roman world. Professionally mounted on an adjustable modern 18K gold chain, the pendant is ready to wear and remains completely reversible should you wish to display it independently. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedium:\u003c\/b\u003e Gold \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Pendant height: 3\/4 inch (1.9 cm), length: 1 inch (2.5 cm). Strung on a modern 18K yellow gold chain, adjustable up to 18 inches. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Minor surface imperfections and expected wear consistent with age, otherwise intact and in very good condition overall. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Collection of Henry Anavian, Sumer Gallery, NYC., 1980’s. To family by inheritance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arte Primitivo, New York","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58110887985455,"sku":"RJ2557","price":2229.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0234\/5339\/files\/b99bc747c50ed4a760a7718c46f5c89e_bffdecf4-69f9-4114-8a1e-039db5024bf0.jpg?v=1782594690","url":"https:\/\/sandsoftimedc.com\/de-de\/products\/rj2557-1","provider":"Sands of Time Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}