LARGE GREEK HIGH KARAT GOLD PENDANT WITH MACEDONIAN SUN MOTIF. Ca. 800 - 600 BC. A circular pendant formed from a thin sheet of gold, worked in chased and repoussé technique, with a raised central omphalos bordered by a double beaded ring. Ten tapering rays extend radially from the centre, alternating with small punched dots, while larger applied bosses are interspersed around the perimeter. The outer edge is defined by a single dotted border, and a tubular suspension loop is attached at the top. Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist. For similar see: I. A. Nigahban, Marlik: The Complete Excavation Report. v. 2: Illustrations, Plate 54-55. Size: 55mm x 50mm; Weight: 7g Provenance: Private UK collection; London art market; formerly in a Belgian private collection of A.G. 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.