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LOT 0562

Greek Gold Eros Earrings

CIRCA 3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.

3/4 in. (3.91 grams total, 20-21 mm).

Each composed of a slender wire hoop and a winged Eros plaque with detailing to the body, face and hair; closure loop to reverse. [2]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

Literature

Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, accession number 74.51.3506, for similar.

CONDITION
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LOT 0562

Greek Gold Eros Earrings

Sold for (Inc. bp): £572

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