Gold Earrings with Roman Amethyst Beads, Roman Imperial Period, ca 1st - 2nd century CE
RJ2411
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This very pretty pair of vintage 14-karat yellow gold earrings feature ancient round amethyst beads that dangle freely from a curved post design with a satin finish that is set with seven 0.005-ct. round diamonds (SI3–I1 clarity/G, H color; .035CTW).
Medium: Amethyst, gold, diamonds.
Dimensions: Bead diameter: 6 mm. Earring drop length: 1.8 cm (0.7 inches)
Condition: A chip to the side of one bead, otherwise intact and in very good condition overall.
Provenance: Amethysts from the Ronald Parct collection, New York, acquired Sotheby Parke Bernet, 3/20/1968, lot #52 (part).
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