Hellenistic Gold Beaded Pendant with Dolphins

3rd-2nd century BC. A gold drop pendant with a pair of sheet-gold dolphins flanking the suspension hoop, cylindrical and irregular glass bead drop, granulated finial below. Cf. Despini, A., Greek Art, Ancient Gold Jewellery, Greece, 1996, p.122, for an earring with similar design elements, dated 2nd century BC. 1.35 grams, 23mm (1"). Ex important Japanese collection of jewellery, 1970s-2010.
Condition Report: Fine condition.