Object Description
A fine Near Eastern gold pendant featuring a turquoise inset. The pendant is curved in shape with a hollow interior, as seen by the perforations to the top and sides. The pendant features fine filigree of which twisted gold wires outline the edges of the front of the pendant, as well as creating circular and tear-drop motifs to the top left, top right, and bottom. To the centre, a round turquoise stone is encased in gold, and further surrounded by a twisted gold wire in a circle. This pattern is repeated on the back with the exception of the semi-precious stone. Two gold bars and loops have been added to the top for suspension.
Date: Circa 1st millennium BC