Ca. 100-300 AD. A lovely pair of gold hoop earrings comprising medium-sized hoops, each with strands of blue glass and gold filigree beads. Earrings were a popular accessory throughout the Roman Empire, especially among the upper classes. They were typically made from solid gold but occasionally incorporated other precious stones or materials. Earrings were both a fashion statement and a symbol of status, with a variety of designs available. Some were plain discs, others were shaped like flowers or animals. Earrings were seen as an important part of a woman's wardrobe and could be worn both day and night. The item has undergone X-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements. This analysis will accompany the purchase.Size: L:21.2mm / W:17.5mm ; 2.8gProvenance: Private London collection; British art market 1990s.