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LOT 0616
Greek Gold Earring Pair with Rosettes
5TH CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (5.64 grams total, 22.9-24.8 mm).
Each a sturdy hoop with a hook-and-eye closure, granule above; discoid plaque with applied granule border, filigree rosette. [2]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market 1971-1974.
Private collection, London.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13173-248088.
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LOT 0616
Greek Gold Earring Pair with Rosettes
Estimate £1,800 - 2,400€2,090 - 2,780 (for guidance only)$2,430 - 3,240 (for guidance only)
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