Roman Gold Earring
3rd-4th century AD. A gold earring comprising a domed sheet-gold plaque with hook-and-eye fixing, braided filigree band, applied filigree loop and coils, cotton-reel collar and three bosses with granulated detailing and a fourth boss to the reverse. 6.27 grams, 65mm (2 1/2"). Formerly in the collection of a deceased Japanese gentleman, 1970-2010.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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3rd-4th century AD. A gold earring comprising a domed sheet-gold plaque with hook-and-eye fixing, braided filigree band, applied filigree loop and coils, cotton-reel collar and three bosses with granulated detailing and a fourth boss to the reverse. 6.27 grams, 65mm (2 1/2"). Formerly in the collection of a deceased Japanese gentleman, 1970-2010.
Condition Report: Fine condition.