Urartu Solid Gold Earrings with Granules

GBP 1,100.00

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Object Description

A pair of stunning Urartu matching pair of solid gold earrings, each enriched by three pyramidal clusters of gold granules. This type of earrings originated between the 2nd and 1st Millennium BC, possibly coming from ancient Persia. The shape of such earring became extremely popular across many different ancient cultures such as Etruscan, Greek, Roman, Parthian and Sasanian. The earrings are modelled using high karat gold, around 22-24 karat. Weight: 9.67 g.

Date: Circa 9th – 6th Century BC

Object Condition

Very fine. The earrings are suitable for modern wear through the application of a stud or loop. Please consult a professional jeweller for alterations.

Object Details

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  • dimensions
    H:2.1 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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