U7

Islamic bronze decorated earring

A bronze earring decorated with a dove perched on a semi-circular openwork frame.

Islamic, c. 10th - 12th Century AD

Intact as shown, the lower part of the earring is glued into the wooden base so this has not been inspected and has been cut off in the photographs.

Size:  3.7 x 2.1 cms

Ex. private collection, The Netherlands. Acquired 1970's.