Roman / Byzantine 18K+ Gold / Amethyst Necklace
Late Roman / Early Byzantine Period, ca. 4th to 6th century CE. A stunning ancient necklace, composed of thick, 79% gold (equivalent to 18K+) articulated wire spacers, each with a delicate loop for attachment to a flattened teardrop-shaped amethyst bead. These beads have had gold wires inserted through them, which then link into the spacers' loops. The clasp consists of two ornate openwork gold discs, each featuring a wheel-like motif with curled spirals at its terminals. A simple hook clasp, commonly used during this period, completes the necklace and makes it wearable today. Length of strand: 17.5" L (44.4 cm); gold quality: 79% gold, equivalent to 18K+.
Provenance: private Dere Family Collection, New York City, New York, USA, acquired in the 1980s - 2000s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
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#151647
Condition Report: Some of the amethyst beads have tiny scratches/chips commensurate with age, but otherwise it is in excellent condition. Professionally cleaned.
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Late Roman / Early Byzantine Period, ca. 4th to 6th century CE. A stunning ancient necklace, composed of thick, 79% gold (equivalent to 18K+) articulated wire spacers, each with a delicate loop for attachment to a flattened teardrop-shaped amethyst bead. These beads have had gold wires inserted through them, which then link into the spacers' loops. The clasp consists of two ornate openwork gold discs, each featuring a wheel-like motif with curled spirals at its terminals. A simple hook clasp, commonly used during this period, completes the necklace and makes it wearable today. Length of strand: 17.5" L (44.4 cm); gold quality: 79% gold, equivalent to 18K+.
Provenance: private Dere Family Collection, New York City, New York, USA, acquired in the 1980s - 2000s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#151647
Condition Report: Some of the amethyst beads have tiny scratches/chips commensurate with age, but otherwise it is in excellent condition. Professionally cleaned.
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