A Greek Gold Vase Pendant, Hellenistic Period, ca. 3rd - 1st century BCE

In the form of a vase, the round body with delicate fluting, a carinated neck, a tiny ball at the base, and a suspension loop attached to the rim. 

Dimensions: Pendant length: 3/4 inch (2 cm), strung with an accompanying 18-inch chain of 18K gold.

Condition: With some dents showing ancient wear, overall intact and in very good condition.

Provenance: Estate of Vernon Pick (1904-1986), Minnesota, acquired in Switzerland, 1950s and then by descent to his nephew, Jim Hanson, Maple Plain, Minnesota.