Ancient Jewelry Finds

Archaeologists recently discovered this 2,000 year old gold, pearl and emerald earring in the ruins of a building in Jerusalem. The design isn't unlike jewelry we see on ears today, especially jewelry from people who are inspired by ancient pieces, like designer Amrita Singh (the first century collar necklace in the ancient jewelry gallery looks a lot like her gold and ruby necklace from 2006). And a gold bracelet found in Pompeii resembles a corsage bracelet that Maggie Gyllenhaal wore to the premiere of The Dark Knight. Fine jewelry is timeless.

Ancient Jewelry Gallery

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