Enkomi Digitisation Project

J73a

Object type
Earring
Tomb No (findspot)
T28 + T21
J73a
Material
Gold
Chronology
1550-1050 B.C.
Dimensions
Length: 2.8cm
Weight: 2.878gr
Bibliography
Åström 1972, 502
Ǻström 1967, 30
Preservation
Intact.

Description
Earring with wire loop, with overlapping tapered terminals in the shape of a bull’s head. Die formed in two halves and soldered together. The hoop is inserted through two holes at the top.

Decoration
Decorated with a rosette at the top, eyes in relief, two depressions for nostrils. Pendant and part of hoop covered with granulation.