Object Description
A fine Greek, Hellenistic, gold pendant, featuring a coral bead in the shape of an amphora.The large central bead has been polished and shaped, rounding to form the shoulders of the vase and a thin, cylindrical neck. A ribbed gold collar is attached to the top of the coral bead. Two handles, also made of gold, have been shaped into two, undulating dolphins, placed at either side. Fine detailing has been added to the dolphin’s fins and tail. Between the two dolphins is a wide suspension loop. A small pearl has also been added to the base of the coral bead, which then terminates in a small, gold, flared foot. Such pendants may have been adapted from an earring in ancient times. This beautiful item of jewellery testifies to the extreme quality of Greek Hellenistic goldsmith art.
Date: Circa 4th – 3rd Century BC