Ancient Revival 'Alexander The Great' Coin Earrings plique-a-jour Wearable Length: 15 1/4 inches

Wearable Length: 15 1/4 inches

Natural Aquamarine - 2

It was made some time around the 1880s

creating a pleasing contrast with the icy white diamonds and platinum

Ancient Revival 'Alexander The Great' Coin Earrings plique-a-jour Wearable Length: 15 1/4 inchesDATE: Vintage, c. 1970 Cool vintage gold stud earrings modelled after a Greek dracham with Zeus enthroned facing left with his eagle perched on an outstretched hand. The legend, written in the genitive case, translates as, ALEXANDROY, meaning [the coinage] of Alexander, who's head would have featured on the obverse of the coin wearing the famous lion pelt of Heracles. They're crafted in 18k gold and date from the 1970s. Semi numismatic jewellery.