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Auction: 26052 - Jewellery & Objets de Vertu
Lot: 23

(x) A SINGLE ANCIENT GOLD EARRING
Of lunate (boat-shaped) form, the crescent body flaring at the base and tapering into fine wire terminals, characteristic of Greek and Cypriot earrings.
Analysed as 89.70% gold, 10.30% silver
Unmarked
Size/dimensions: 1.70cm long; 1.30cm wide
Gross weight: 2.77g

There is a small hole to the base; otherwise the earring is stable and structurally sound, with a muted patina and no severe oxidation or deformation. It is offered in good condition.


Provenance

By descent to the present owner


Subject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.

Estimate
£300 to £400

Starting price
£240