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LOT 0632
Roman Gold Earring Pair with Beads
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (6.13 grams total, 48 mm each).
Comprising a matched pair of hoop earrings with loop closure, a coiled plaque next to the closure with a decorative pellet; each with a pendant drop with scrolls to each side of the loop, set with two white beads. [2]
ProvenancePreviously in a Japanese collection.
From a South coast, UK, collection.
See Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, items 15, 16, for hoop type.
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LOT 0632
Roman Gold Earring Pair with Beads
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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