GREEK, HELLENISTIC CIRCA 3RD CENTURY B.C.
PAIR OF GOLD EAGLE EARRINGS
3.8 CM LONG

Powerful eagles with outstretched wings grasping thunderbolts are the central element to these earrings.

The eagles bodies are composed of dense granulation and a filigree circle for the eye. 

The outstretched wings are outlined with filigree and granulation.

Rosettes are found above each bird, with smaller flowers below, and each are flanked by beaded tassels.