4th century BC. A gold pendant comprising: hollow-formed disc with repoussé ivy-leaf motifs radiating from a central cell with opposed foliage elements to the outer border, bead rim, inset irregular amethyst cabochon; two hinged dangles, each a rectangular sleeve with capped end and triangular glazed composition point; hinged suspension loop. Cf. Marazov, I. (ed.), Ancient Gold: The Wealth of the Thracians. Treasures from the Republic of Bulgaria, New York, 1997, items 18, 85, for similar designs and techniques.16.90 grams, 81mm (3 1/4"). Ex Abelita family collection, 1970s-2000s.