68. Roman decorated hoop earrings , c.2nd century AD
Gold
Drop excluding modern hooks: 4cm, diameter: 2.8cm
12004
£ 2,500
Penannular hoops formed of hollow sheet gold, a seam running the length of each, ornamented with bands of twisted gold wire, the flat ends with a hinge pinned to the...
Penannular hoops formed of hollow sheet gold, a seam running the length of each, ornamented with bands of twisted gold wire, the flat ends with a hinge pinned to the arching earwire. Modern S-hooks, one earring with a modern metal wire attaching the original hook to the hoop.
Provenance
R.S.L. collection, London, UK; acquired prior to 2000
Accompanied by letters from the relevant Greek and Italian authorities renouncing any current or future claim over this piece.
