Lot 247
Pre Columbian Gold Ear Ornaments. Weave design. Interestingly, we note a similarity with jewelry of the Byzantine period! Cast gold, made by the false filigree process with wax, wire, and probably made in a single operation. Possibly Sinu, Cordoba (Colombia). Length: 85 mm. Weight: 45.2 gr. 20+ kt gold. For a similar, nose ornament, see Sweat of the Sun, Tears of the Moon - Gold Treasures of Colombia, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, plate 21 (1981).
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
Ex Harmer-Rooke Galleries, 1980s.
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| Realized $1,528 |
