Parthian Gold Earring
3rd century BC-2nd century AD. A gold earring with substantial hoop, square cell with inset heart-shaped glass inserts, pearls to the rim and three dangles with beaded collars, the median with red glass bead. 7.87 grams, 49mm (1 3/4"). From the private collection of a London businessman; acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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3rd century BC-2nd century AD. A gold earring with substantial hoop, square cell with inset heart-shaped glass inserts, pearls to the rim and three dangles with beaded collars, the median with red glass bead. 7.87 grams, 49mm (1 3/4"). From the private collection of a London businessman; acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.