A GOLD EARRING IN THE FORM OF A LION

SELJUK PERSIA, 12TH CENTURY

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A GOLD EARRING IN THE FORM OF A LION
SELJUK PERSIA, 12TH CENTURY
Of box construction, the lion standing four-square, his legs and facial features delineated by applied gold granulation, a form of collar and saddle similarly worked, applied attachment loops, dents and surface dirt, one foot lacking
1.3/8in. (3.6cm.) high

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