seated on an integral oval base
the umbo (the protrusion at the top of the shell) is simply but powerfully carved in the form of a bird's head
some pitting to the body and loss to the rim otherwise intact and in very good condition overall
There were twisted headbands and with haircurls over each ear
and some of the earliest tangible documentation of Dynastic Egypt was provided by ceremonial mace-heads
A fine Greek Earring for Eros, Hellenistic Period, ca. 2nd century CE Royal seated on an integral ovalA delicately formed figure of Eros, the Greek god of love, graces the curve of this golden earring. It has been stabilized with a modern gold band, allowing it to be worn as a ring. Condition: In fine condition. Dimensions: US ring size 5 (UK=J 1 2, DE=15 3 4, JP=9) Provenance: Paul Ilton private collection, acquired prior to 1958.