Antique Replica
Description of the jewel: Gold Etruscan Grappolo - Horseshoe earrings. This type of earring is called a grappolo (in Italian, like a grape cluster) because the triangle of circular bosses at the base of the front recalls a bunch of grapes. This type of hoop earring is decorated with a horseshoe-shaped plate.
Date/Period: 4th–early 3rd century B.C (Late Classical)
Type: A pair of earrings
Country: Italy (Etruscan culture)
Techniques: Repoussé and granulation