A Roman Gold and Red Jasper Luna Pendant, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd- 3rd century CE Chains - 18K White Gold The Jukurrpa story tells of

The Jukurrpa story tells of the journey of a group of women of all ages who traveled to the east gathering food

Of creamy alabaster

Dimensions: Fragment: Height: 2 inches (5 cm)

meaning "shroud" or "curtain"

They symbolized princely virtue and martial prowess

A Roman Gold and Red Jasper Luna Pendant, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd- 3rd century CE Chains - 18K White Gold The Jukurrpa story tells ofThis 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,