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Red Agate, Carnelian and Gold Ancient Necklace

$13,629.22
£10,000
€11,725.59
CA$18,802.70
A$20,909.38
CHF 10,982.06
MX$255,638.13
NOK 136,846.97
SEK 129,009.74
DKK 87,510.78

About the Item

This striking necklace is made of expertly carved tubular carnelian and red agate stone. Most likely from the Hellenist period or just after, jewellery at this time was worn by both men and women. Much of the jewellery in Ancient Greece, the Hellenistic Period specifically (c. 323 BCE–31 BCE), was made of gold. Semi-precious stones from conquered regions would be worked and mixed with gold elements to create beautiful pieces of personal decoration. Many different types of jewellery existed during this time: hair ornaments, thigh- and armbands, earrings, rings, pins and pendants, and necklaces. Besides gold, gemstones, semi-precious stones, and pearls often decorated the ornamental pieces. The necklace here presents the use of gold to cap the expertly carved stones.
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  • Dimensions:
    Length: 23.23 in (590 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 2nd Century B.C, to 1st Century A.D
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Necklace has been restrung and fitted with a modern gold S-Clasp. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3348219567562

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