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LOT 0609
Greek Gold Earring with Garnets
CIRCA 5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
1 1/2 in. (1.87 grams, 40 mm).
Comprising a conical body with applied granules and three inset teardrop-shaped garnets, three pellets below with wires to accept separate bead inserts; wire loop above.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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