Roman - Pair of Gold Earrings > Lot No. 519

Description:
Circa 2nd century AD. A pair of gold drop earrings, each comprising a wire hoop with hook terminal fastening, an applied domed bezel having wire appliqué and a wire free-swinging drop with a small natural red stone (carnelian/garnet?) retained on the wire by a knot.

Measurements:
2.06 and 2.07 grams.

Condition:
Fine and attractive.

References:
Cf. Higgins, pl 54, B.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £250 - 350 (EUR 310 - 430; USD 400 - 550)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £220