Pair of Ancient Roman Gold Earrings with Bosses

Object Description

A pair of Ancient Roman gold earrings featuring a large domed central boss above a group of three large gold granules. These granules are held together by a number of vertical rows of smaller granules. The two elements are connected by mirroring double spiral filigree. A large hoop finished with a hook-and-eye closure is applied to the back.

Date: Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.

Object History

From a collection of a London lady, acquired annually during 1990s-2000s.

Object Condition

Very fine condition, slight chip to the back of one of the granules.

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