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Gold earring
Nubian
Meroitic Period
270 B.C.–A.D. 320
Object Place: Sudan, Nubia
Dimensions
Height approximately 4 cm (1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number23.344
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Earrings, flares, plugs, studs
DescriptionUpper part of loop missing. Below, eagle with outspread wings, and two small gold balls pendant.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Meroe, Pyr. W V, No 7e.