Roman Gold, Garnet, and Pearl Earrings
A pair of ancient Roman gold earrings with three drops set with garnet and gold beads and replacement vintage natural pearls. Ca. 1st - 3rd century AD. Height: 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm). These earrings were known as crotalia (from the Greek word for castanets) because the pearl pendant would produce a jingling noise when worn. They were quite popular with Roman women, and many examples have been found at Pompeii and Herculaneum. Formerly in an American private collection.
Inv#: 7595
$6,000
Guaranteed Authentic
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