Asta Bidspirit | A roman yellow jasper magical

A roman yellow jasper magical intaglio. Lion with moon and stars. 2nd - 3rd century A.D. 11 x 15 x 3 mm. The mighty feline walks to the left, surrounded by three stars and a crescent moon. The astrological attributes denote the magical character of the gem. The presence of the breasts reveal that she is a lioness. Groundline. Slight wear marks. Provenance: UK private collection.