Byzantine Silver Earring with Lapis Lazuli 13th to 15th Century AD
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Late Byzantine silver earring with lapis lazuli, a 13th–15th century AD piece, featuring a circular hoop with three spherical elements and central lapis lazuli inlay; dimensions 64 × 61 mm, weight 21.65 g, in good condition.
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Late Byzantine Silver Earring with Lapis Lazuli – 13th to 15th Century AD
A Late Byzantine silver Earring composed of a circular hoop adorned with three prominent spherical elements, richly decorated with granulated and geometric ornamentation. The larger central element is embellished with lapis lazuli inlays, adding a strong contrast to the silver surface. The intricate metalwork, textured decoration and balanced arrangement of the spherical elements create a particularly elaborate piece of Byzantine jewellery. The earring presents a beautiful aged surface and patina consistent with its antiquity, while retaining the principal decorative details.
Material: Silver and lapis lazuli
Dimensions: 64 × 61 mm
Weight: 21.65 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Germany at an Auction House.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Late Byzantine Silver Earring with Lapis Lazuli – 13th to 15th Century AD
A Late Byzantine silver Earring composed of a circular hoop adorned with three prominent spherical elements, richly decorated with granulated and geometric ornamentation. The larger central element is embellished with lapis lazuli inlays, adding a strong contrast to the silver surface. The intricate metalwork, textured decoration and balanced arrangement of the spherical elements create a particularly elaborate piece of Byzantine jewellery. The earring presents a beautiful aged surface and patina consistent with its antiquity, while retaining the principal decorative details.
Material: Silver and lapis lazuli
Dimensions: 64 × 61 mm
Weight: 21.65 gr
Provenance: Acquired in Germany at an Auction House.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Details
Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
13th to 15 Century AD
Name of object
Earring with Lapis Lazuli 13th to 15th Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2024
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Switzerland
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
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