An hellenistic gold earring with animal protome.
3rd century B.C.
int diam 20 mm; high 26 mm; 2,51 mm
The hoop made with a large intertwined gold wire, extending on a ram protome. The neck decorated with filigree. Under the chin, suspension hoop (for clasp). Terminal of the horns missing (?). Parallels: Marshall, F.H., Catalogue of the jewellery, Greek, Etruscan, and Roman, in the department of antiquities, British Museum, 1911, n°1803-1808.
Estimate: GBP 200 - 400
Price realized | 1'500 GBP |
Starting price | 150 GBP |
Estimate | 200 GBP |