Bracelet with sliding clasp, perhaps for a child

Art Historical Context

This delicate gold bracelet, dating to the Roman Period in Egypt (A.D. 1st–2nd century), showcases the exquisite jewelry craftsmanship of a time when Roman rule blended with enduring Egyptian traditions. Measuring just 4.5 cm in diameter, its small size suggests it may have adorned a child's wrist, highlighting how even young members of elite families wore fine adornments to signify status and perhaps offer protection against evil spirits—a common belief in ancient Egyptian culture. Crafted entirely from gold, a precious metal symbolizing eternity and divinity, the bracelet features a clever ...