We have similar Ram & Georgian items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store & search Ram" or “Georgian” under our items. Listing Description by: Cait P. The Piece Age Circa: Georgian C. 1714 - 1837 Markings: Unmarked, tested, & guaranteed Country of Origin: Achaemenid Empire Brand: Unknown Gram Weight: 42.1 grams Metal Type: 22k yellow gold rams’ heads, copper band, silver gilded over base metal accents Material: Main Stone: Main Stone Measurement/Color: Accent Stone: Accent Stone Measurement/Color: Stone Treatment: Stone Cuts: Item Measurements: - Inner circumference & wearable length: 8.6" - Wrist gap: 3.05" - Band width: 0.25" to 0.55" Bracelet Type: Cuff/arm cuff Closure/Clasp Type: This bracelet is meant to be worn over the arm through the gap Link Type: Woven copper Notable Features: This bracelet was handmade between the 6th & 4th century BC & was dug up during the Georgian era. Composed of copper, the bracelet features solid 22k yellow gold rams’ head motifs & silver gilded over base metal accents. The overall design of the bracelet suggests it was made in the Achaemenid Persian empire, which lasted from 550 to 330 BC. Bracelets such as this, particularly with their woven band style, were very popular during this time period within the Achaemenid Empire, as well as throughout the ancient world. Bracelets with similar designs have been found in Egypt, Greece, as well as at ancient Roman & Etruscan sites due to the influence of the Persians during this time period. Bracelets such as this were very popular thousands of years later during the Georgian period, during which European travelers would set off on their Grand Tour, visiting the sites of ancient civilizations such as the Greeks, Romans, & Achaemenid Persians. During their travels, they would sometimes dig up artifacts, including pieces of jewelry, as was most likely the case with this piece. Often these pieces were preserved, left with the dirt they had been buried in intact; however, this piece was cleaned by a previous owner. The 22k yellow gold rams’ heads adorn the ends of the bracelet & were a symbol of the Achaemenid Empire, often appearing on the helmets of ancient Persian armies & kings. The symbol was also associated with power & masculinity, making it popular for inclusion in jewelry. Beneath the rams’ heads are two circular bands of silver gilded over a base metal, a technique most likely invented by the ancient Persians. The band of the bracelet itself is made entirely out of interwoven copper wires in the style that was popular at the time. The large inner circumference of the bracelet suggests it was meant to be worn further up the forearm, as was fashionable amongst ancient Persians during this time period. An incredible example of jewelry from the ancient Achaemenid empire that was unearthed during the Georgian era, this bracelet would make a valuable addition to any antique jewelry
