MATCHED PAIR OF ROMANO-PARTHIAN GOLD EARRINGS WITH RED GARNET CABOCHONS

Ca. AD 1 - 100. A matched pair of gold earrings, each with an elongated, tapering body composed of longitudinal filigree bands enclosing rows of hollow gold bosses decorated with clusters of granules. The upper section is set with an oval red garnet cabochon in a raised collet bordered by granulation, surmounted by a suspension loop. The lower terminal is embellished with a cluster of gold granules. Size: 45-45mm x 11-11mm; Weight: 12.1g Provenance: Private London collection of an art professional; acquired on the UK and European art markets between 1980s to early 2000s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:$1,337.45

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