C. 100-300 AD. Roman. Gold pendant with circular, ribbed suspension loop and disk-shaped medallion with a white stone cameo setting of a woman enclosed by a starburst motif. The woman is in a frontal pose, with short, flowing hair, prominent eyes, large nose, small mouth and prominent chin. She may depict Medusa, was one of the three monstrous Gorgons, generally described as winged human females with snakes in place of hair. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: L:37mm / W:30mm ; 6g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.