Golden Mummies : Ear-ring

Golden Mummies

<p style='text-align: justify;'>Decorated with three small orbs, this simple earring was likely worn by a woman. Similar jewellery appears in the panel paintings known as the ‘Faiyum Portraits.’ Silver was more precious than gold as the metal was less common in Egypt than elsewhere.</p>

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