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Ancient Roman Gold Earrings with Garnets, Circa 1st to 3rd century AD
This stunning matched pair of gold earrings features a round plaque centered by a sizable garnet framed with a beaded border. These plaques are seamlessly attached to gold ear wires, forming the closure of the earrings. Suspended below are large pendants composed of clusters of hollow gold spheres.
Provenance: Private collection. Previously acquired on the UK art market, part of a pre-2000 London collection.
Size: 52-53mm x 14-14mm; weight 12g
Condition: ancient but great condition, especially considering its age
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