If you've been to the Egyptian Wing at the Met and peered into the cases of gold jewelry, these animal-head hoop earrings may look familiar to you. Sourced from a reputable collector, they're the stuff of dreams. Nearly two-thousand-year-old dreams. They're bigger than they look in these pics but surprisingly lightweight due to their ingenious hollow construction. Each bull's face has a unique personality. It's rare indeed that a truly wearable pair of ancient earrings becomes available like this. c. 2-3 BC, high-carat (at least 18k) gold, 1" x 3/4".
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- Materials
18k gold (tests)
- Age
c. 2-3 BC
- Condition
Very good - wear commensurate with age and use
- Size
1" x 3/4"
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Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.