Pair of earrings Gold, colored stones, pearls Partly composed of Byzantine elements, 6th - 7th century Height 9.5 cm; Hoop diameter 2.2 cm 9.89g and 9.78g This pair of earrings features a gold hoop set with two pendants. The first pendant features a chain with a small cross-shaped pendant, formed by two mother-of-pearl pearls and two blue stones, with a green stone set in a gold cone in the center. The second pendant is decorated with granulation and filigree, ending with a faceted violet stone. Expert : Monsieur Alexis RENARD

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