Eastern Mediterranean, ca. 5th to 4th century CE. A stunning pair of 20K gold pennanular earrings, each one composed of hollow spheres alternating with granular rings and terminating with granules flanking a hinged arching earwire. A breathtaking example of wearable art from the ancient goldsmiths of the Eastern Mediterranean. Just imagine this pair of shimmering 20K gold beauties gleaming in the sunlight more than 1500 years ago! Size: 1" L x 1.125" W (2.5 cm x 2.9 cm); Weight: 5.5 grams Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection; ex-Christie's, New York, Sale 2771, December 13, 2013, Lot 246; ex-private New York, USA collection, acquired in 1992; ex-Francesca Artuner, Brussels All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #135012