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Fragment of a Necklace

3rd century
Gold
11.5 × 1.6 cm (4.5 × 0.6 in)

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The stylized bird forms seen here in repeating pairs were a popular motif in 3rd century Rome, and many similair works have been excavated at a wide array of European sites; though their significance beyond the decorative is yet unknown.

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