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Spirals of many coils, made in silver, gold, and bronze, had a very long history in Cyprus. Their form is so simple that they are virtually impossible to date. Their function is also unclear; they may have served to secure locks of hair or as finger rings.
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Title: Silver spiral
Period: Geometric-Classical
Date: 9th–4th century BCE
Culture: Cypriot
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: Diam.: 15/16 in. (2.4 cm)
Classification: Gold and Silver
Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Accession Number: 74.51.3264
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