Hellenistic Antique Gold Earrings - 200 BC & 100 AD
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,000 - € 1,300
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Hellenistic antique hollow gold earrings dating from 200 BC to 100 AD, weighing 2.8 g with dimensions 17 × 16.3 mm, crescent-shaped and decorated with wire-applied motifs and granulation, in good worn condition with patina, provenance from a private London collection and previously on the French art market in the 1970s–1980s, acquired from a UK auction house in 2024 and accompanied by its authenticity certificate.
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Pair of antique Hellenistic earrings in ancient gold, dated between 200 BCE and 100 CE.
This elegant pair features a characteristic lunar shape of Hellenistic jewelry. Made in hollow gold, the earrings are decorated with applied wires in wavy motifs and small granulations forming trefoil patterns.
The gold has a superb warm, old patina, with beautiful golden, pinkish, and browned hues, evidence of its age and long conservation history.
Dimensions: 17 x 16.3 mm. Total weight: 2.8 g.
Condition: Good overall condition considering age. Wear and patina in line with age. The attachment systems are preserved. One earring retains a small original suspended element.
Provenance: Former private London collection. Previously on the French art market in the 1970s–1980s. Acquired from a recognized UK auction house and accompanied by its certificate of authenticity issued by this same house.
Export license: No specific export license required for this object.
Shipping method: Tracked and insured shipment with professional and secure packaging.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Pair of antique Hellenistic earrings in ancient gold, dated between 200 BCE and 100 CE.
This elegant pair features a characteristic lunar shape of Hellenistic jewelry. Made in hollow gold, the earrings are decorated with applied wires in wavy motifs and small granulations forming trefoil patterns.
The gold has a superb warm, old patina, with beautiful golden, pinkish, and browned hues, evidence of its age and long conservation history.
Dimensions: 17 x 16.3 mm. Total weight: 2.8 g.
Condition: Good overall condition considering age. Wear and patina in line with age. The attachment systems are preserved. One earring retains a small original suspended element.
Provenance: Former private London collection. Previously on the French art market in the 1970s–1980s. Acquired from a recognized UK auction house and accompanied by its certificate of authenticity issued by this same house.
Export license: No specific export license required for this object.
Shipping method: Tracked and insured shipment with professional and secure packaging.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Hellenistic
Metal
Antique Gold
Century/timeframe
200 av. J-C & 100 ap. J-C
Acquired from
Auction house
Total weight
2.8 g
Year acquired
2024
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Country of origin
Greece
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Title additional information
200 BC & 100 AD
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
