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