Roman Gold and Garnet Pendant Necklace

An ancient Roman single open work gold earring with garnet pendents with replacement vintage natural pearl and ancient garnet beads, refashioned to be worn as a pendant, on a vintage gold hand-woven Indian chain.

Ca. 1st - 3rd century AD.
Height of pendant: 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm).
Length of necklace: 16 1/2 in. (42 cm).

Formerly in an American private collection.