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A work made of gold.

Fragment of a Necklace

3rd century

Roman; probably Egypt

Roman Empire

The stylized bird forms seen here in repeating pairs were a popular motif in 3rd century Rome, and many similair works have been excavated at a wide array of European sites; though their significance beyond the decorative is yet unknown.

Gold

Arts of Greece, Rome, and Byzantium