c. 323-31 BC. Greek Hellenistic period. A gold pendant with a circular, ribbed suspension loop, cylindrical body and conical carnelian setting. The exteriors of the body and suspension loop are covered in intricate corded designs; wave designs are also visible on the body of the piece. The Hellenistic period, which runs from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC to the battle of Actium is 31 BC, was an era in which Greek-speaking peoples controlled much of the Eastern Mediterranean and Western Asia as far as present-day Afghanistan. This period saw many momentous scientific discoveries and artistic developments, including the creation of exceptionally intricate jewellery, as this gorgeous piece exemplifies. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: L:25mm / W:7mm ; 2.6g; Provenance: Property of a professional Ancient art and jewelry expert; previously with a London gallery; initially from a private British collection formed in the 1970s.