A fine Greek Earring for Eros, Hellenistic Period, ca. 2nd century CE Royal This well-modeled head

This well-modeled head

Every one of the matching pendants is perforated through the top and bottom edges for suspension

the umbo (the protrusion at the top of the shell) is simply but powerfully carved in the form of a bird's head

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A fine Greek Earring for Eros, Hellenistic Period, ca. 2nd century CE Royal This well-modeled headA delicately formed figure of Eros, the Greek god of love, graces the curve of this golden earring. It has been stabilized with a modern gold band, allowing it to be worn as a ring. Condition: In fine condition. Dimensions: US ring size 5 (UK=J 1 2, DE=15 3 4, JP=9) Provenance: Paul Ilton private collection, acquired prior to 1958.