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Earrings, Greece 10th century

Crescent-shaped earring made of gold with pearls, and cloisonné enamel; 10th century. 

Provenance: Heraklion, Historical Museum of Crete source

 

“Earring or ornament for a diadem, Crete, first half of 10th century, gold, garnets, pearls, sapphires, emeralds, and glass.” 

Athens, National Archaeological Museum, Stathatos Collection source