Gold and beryl earring
Unknown Artist
These items, all found on Cyprus, reflect styles and tastes that were prevalent throughout the Hellenistic world, notably in the use of Eros figures, animals and brightly colored gemstones.
Credit: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
2nd–1st century B.C.
Gold, beryl
4.4 x 4.4cm
74.51.3609
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