CNG 88, Lot: 2135. Estimate $500. Sold for $900. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Gold earring. Greek, 4th-3rd centuries BC. Tapering, twisted loop terminating in large lion’s head. Collar decorated with a series of gold wire spirals and globules and a pattern of leaves at point of attachment to loop. Length: 2.5cm; weight: 7.48g. Minor scratches, but overall well preserved.