Western Asiatic Gold, Carnelian and Glass Earrings

GBP 595.00

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Object Description

A fine pair of Western Asiatic gold earrings featuring a large rhombus with four circles on each of the points mirrored on both sides. Gold granules outline each of the shapes enriching the pendant. Below features a drop pendant consisting of a granulated bead, a large hexagonal carnelian bead and a small light blue glass bead. An electrum pin runs through all the beads and terminates with a gold granule holding the drop pendant in place. Gold replacement hooks have been added to the top of the earrings.

Date: Circa 1st Millennium BC- 1st millennium AD

Object History

Japanese (deceased) gentleman’s private collection, 1970-2010

Object Condition

Fine condition, some encrustation to the surface

Object Details

  • dimensions
    H:5.9 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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Dealer Location

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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