Object Description
A pair of stunning Parthian gold earrings, each enriched with gold granules and filigree detailing. Each earring is composed of a hoof-shaped body and a hinged ear hoop. One of the earrings is decorated with four large granules and delicate gold wiring wrapped around the upper parts. The other earring displays three trefoil granules beneath the hinge and two on the sides of the earring as well as a large singular granule in the middle. Braided gold wiring features beneath the clustered granules on the upper halves.
Weight of each earring: 5.32g and 3.37g
Date: Circa 3rd-1st century BC