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Ancient Roman 22K+ Gold Earrings (pr)
Ancient Roman 22K+ Gold Earrings (pr)
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**Originally Listed At $500**

Rome, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. Brilliant pair of high karat gold earrings from ancient Rome. Would have been worn for adornment to display wealth as well as an awareness of fashion. Some scholars argue that such jewelry may have been worn to protect against bad luck. Each earring shows a beautiful golden hue, a projecting disk framed with intricate detailing, and two braided extensions that unite on the backside. Each weighs 1.5 grams and test higher than 22 karats. Size: 1/2"L (1.27 cm). Very minor wear. Else intact and near choice.

Provenance: Ex-private United Kingdom collection.

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Condition
Intact and near choice with very minor wear.
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Ancient Roman 22K+ Gold Earrings (pr)

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