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Ear Clip with Green Translucent Stone

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal earring with a green translucent stone. The earring is shaped like a curved clip. The green stone is oval-shaped and has a gold border. The stone has a smooth surface and is translucent, allowing light to pass through. The gold metal is ornate, with small balls and intricate designs around the stone and on the clip. The background is a plain gray surface. Title: Ear Clip with Green Translucent Stone. Artist: unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold with green translucent stone
Culture
Indonesia
Dimensions
546 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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