20th century AD or earlier. A sheet gold diadem comprising a raised central panel, two arms and attachment rings; the repoussé figural panel representing a horse brought down by two predators (mountain lions?) biting at the neck and hindlegs; two repoussé arms attached to the panel with a reinforcing strip to the reverse, each decorated with a basketwork patterns, rolled rim over a beaded border, ring to each end. 123.17 grams, 17.5cm (7"). Property of an American gentleman; acquired from Mr Michael Varshitsky, Berlin, Germany; formerly in an old private European collection; accompanied by a copy of the hand written invoice dated 22 August 2001.