Ancient Greek Silver Earrings
Date: c. 200 B.C.
Weight: 4.72 grams
Length: 2 cm / .78 in
History of the Artifact
These delicate and wonderfully well preserved ancient Greek silver earrings still display simple, yet intricate geometric patterns adorning the pieces. Each terminal is adorned with incised rings around the edge - a feature reproduced in the core of each ring alternated with ‘x’ motifs at each end.
Similar examples can be found in the British Museum (Accession number: 2010,5003.53).
A note on Ancient Greek Silver Earrings: Ancient Greek silver earrings featured intricate geometric patterns, reflecting the Greek ideals of harmony and order. Motifs such as the meander (Greek key), spirals, and interlocking shapes symbolized eternity and unity. These designs were not only decorative but also held cultural and symbolic significance. Earrings were worn as status symbols and often depicted refined craftsmanship, influencing jewelry design for centuries.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Ancient Greek Earrings as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
Original: $450.00
-65%$450.00
$157.50
Description
Date: c. 200 B.C.
Weight: 4.72 grams
Length: 2 cm / .78 in
History of the Artifact
These delicate and wonderfully well preserved ancient Greek silver earrings still display simple, yet intricate geometric patterns adorning the pieces. Each terminal is adorned with incised rings around the edge - a feature reproduced in the core of each ring alternated with ‘x’ motifs at each end.
Similar examples can be found in the British Museum (Accession number: 2010,5003.53).
A note on Ancient Greek Silver Earrings: Ancient Greek silver earrings featured intricate geometric patterns, reflecting the Greek ideals of harmony and order. Motifs such as the meander (Greek key), spirals, and interlocking shapes symbolized eternity and unity. These designs were not only decorative but also held cultural and symbolic significance. Earrings were worn as status symbols and often depicted refined craftsmanship, influencing jewelry design for centuries.
Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts guarantees the Authenticity of items sold through a three layer system of protection:
- Ancient Artifacts exclusively sources artifacts from trusted and reputable antique distributors, many of whom have been selling Artifacts for decades.
- Next, the Artifact is inspected by an expert team member, who is professionally trained in counterfeit detection After the artifact passes inspection, the Certificate of Authenticity is signed and the Artifact is packaged.
- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Ancient Greek Earrings as seen in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
Ancient Artifacts relics are guaranteed authentic and have a 100% money back policy. Read more about our Mission and Promise for authenticity.
