Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A pair of fabulous ancient 18kt gold earrings with modern hooks. Each is composed around a hammered thin hollow body, slightly triangular in shape, terminating in a small point; gold thread and large granulations form further decorative elements. Size of each without clasp: 0.55" W x 0.75" H (1.4 cm x 1.9 cm)

Roman women - especially of the upper classes - had their ears pierced and wore one set of earrings. Jewelry was particularly important to women in Roman society because it was legally their own property, independent of their husband's wealth, and they could use it as they saw fit.

Provenance: Ex-private east coast, USA collection

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Modern hooks. One earring has a slightly bent gold thread; the other has a small indentation.