Silver earring

Unknown

probably 7th century BCE · Silver · Greek and Roman Art

This distinctive type of earring was probably introduced to Cyprus from the Near East. Though less popular than other Phoenician objects in the West, it has been found on Malta and at Carthage, for instance.

Artist

Unknown

Date

probably 7th century BCE

Medium

Silver

Culture

Phoenician

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76