1st-2nd century AD. A matched pair of gold earrings, each a crescentic plaque with wire hoop attached to a ring closure; the plaque with outer band of beaded wire to the rim, inner band of braided filigree, three domed studs and two applied filigree scrolls. 6.02 grams total, 36-37mm (1 1/2"). Property of a Dutch private collector; previously in a UK collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s; accompanied by a four page scientific report from Dr Boaz Paz of Laboratorien Für Arch?ometrie, Germany.[2] Very fine condition.