BYZANTINE GOLD PENDANT WITH ROSETTE AND CENTRAL CABOCHON

Ca. AD 600 - 900. A circular gold pendant centred by a turquoise cabochon set in a raised collet, with six petals radiating around it to form a rosette, each stamped with a dot. The rosette is encircled by a band of punched circles, and the outer edge is bordered with twisted wire. The field is pierced twice for attachment, one perforation retaining a gold ring. Size: 23mm x 22mm; Weight: 1.1g Provenance: Private London collection of an art professional; acquired on the UK and European art markets between 1980s to early 2000s.

Estimate:£200

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