A fine Near Eastern-Western Asiatic pendant modelled in gold with a suspension loop to the top. The jewel features an intricate decoration comprising of two coiled wire drops ending in gold domes. Further enrichments include three gold spikes at the top, one now missing, in which two would have once held inlays. Above sits a gold bead, garnet bead and bead formed from two rows of granules. Many grand civilizations inhabited the area of Western Asia in Antiquity, and their wealth and prosperity is witnessed by the very sophisticated precious metal crafting of jewellery. Gold would have been hammered down to a thin layer and manipulated into different shapes. Gold, electrum and silver jewellery would have featured gold granules, glass and semi-precious stone inlays and detailed engravings. Measurements: W 0.9cm x H 2.9cm Weight: 2.16g Provenance: Ex Japanese (deceased) gentleman’s private collection, 1970-2010 N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 19th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 5th January 2026). **There will be an additional fee incurred for returned shipments due to buyer’s non-response to customs enquiries and/or unsuccessful delivery attempts.** Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, analysis of metals(XRF-test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.