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Ancient Roman beautiful gold earrings
A beautiful pair of large Roman gold earrings decorated with extensive filigree work. The upper portion consists of a convex shaped disc decorated with a stylized face, the lower with three hollow globes with ornate hanging granular curtains and spiral decoration in centre, all attached with a strand of braided wire. Comes with display stand. Very ornate

Dating to circa 2nd-3rd century AD.

Each earring measures 3.6cm height / 4.5cm height on stand / 6.9 grams the pair.

For almost identical see- A Golden Legacy, Ancient Jewelry from the Burton Y. Berry collection. Page 240.

Ex-Private Belgium collection. Acquired early 80's.



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