Gemma Claudia
Brooch/Pendant Size: 5.6 x 4.3 cmMother of pearl cameo, silver, gold-plated
Copy of a Roman cameo made 49 AD.
Depicted are on the right Emperor Claudius and his fourth wife and on the left the parents of the bride. The horns of plenty symbolise prosperity, the eagle and the weapons hint at coming glories.
Can be used either as brooch or pendant