Western Asiatic Gold Gem-Set Earrings
Western Asiatic Gold Gem-Set Earrings
2nd-4th century A.D. Comprising two diamond-section penannular hoops with loops; each with three granulated pyramids to the lower edge; the centre of the hoop with a triple-cell set with one green and two red glass (?) gems with granulated outer edges, flanked by two teardrop-shaped cells set with a red glass (?) gem. 2.76 grams total, 19-21 mm (3/4 in.).
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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Western Asiatic Gold Gem-Set Earrings
2nd-4th century A.D. Comprising two diamond-section penannular hoops with loops; each with three granulated pyramids to the lower edge; the centre of the hoop with a triple-cell set with one green and two red glass (?) gems with granulated outer edges, flanked by two teardrop-shaped cells set with a red glass (?) gem. 2.76 grams total, 19-21 mm (3/4 in.).
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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