Object Description
A very fine pair of Greek gold bull earrings from the Hellenistic period. Each feature a hoop with one end tapering to a point and the other enriched with a bull terminal. The bulls have been rendered stylistically with two pointed horns, a short muzzle and large, round, pierced eyes. Small wavy lines have been carved onto the forehead to mimic hair. The hoops are enriched with delicate twisted filigree. A double spiral is visible on the bull’s neck with curved and linear patterns decorating the lower section. A small hoop is visible below the bull’s mouth used for originally securing the earring.
Date: Circa 4th-3rd century BC