Bidspirit auction | MATCHED PAIR OF ROMAN GOLD

MATCHED PAIR OF ROMAN GOLD FILIGREE EARRINGS - Ca. AD 1 - 300.A matched pair of gold earrings, each composed of a large loop formed from a gold rod that splits into three twisted rods. The loop is connected to a convex, circular, shield-shaped plaque with a central filigree detailing. Each hoop terminates in a hanging cluster of gold spheres further embellished with intricate filigree granules. The earrings feature an eye-and-hook closure.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 08.251.5, .6.Size: 40-45mm x 21-22mm; Weight: 5gProvenance: Private UK collection; formerly with R. A.; since the 1990s.