Gold, beryl, and garnet earring with head of a dolphin

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2nd–1st century BCE · Gold, beryl, garnet · Greek and Roman Art

These earrings, found on Cyprus, reflect the style and taste prevalent throughout the Hellenistic world, notably in the use of animal figures. Constructed of twisted gold wire, they are embellished with beryl and garnet beads, and finials in the shape of dolphin heads.

Artist

Unknown

Date

2nd–1st century BCE

Medium

Gold, beryl, garnet

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76