8th-10th century AD. A matched pair of gold ear- or temple-rings, each a substantial hoop with three hollow bulbs and a discoid cell decorated with swirls and coils of filigree, pearl beads in filigree claw settings. 55.22 grams total, 51-52mm (2"). From a private New York collection; ex Miteva collection, thence by descent, in the 1980s; formerly in a private UK collection in the 1970s. [2] Fine condition.