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Ring with Inset Blue Stone in Circular Mount

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold ring with a large, heart-shaped, dark blue stone set in a circular mount. The stone is faceted and has a rough texture. The gold band is thin and smooth. The stone's color is a deep, rich blue. The ring is displayed on a gray surface. The gold setting is textured at the top. The stone fills most of the setting. The band curves around to form a complete circle. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium:
Gold with blue stone
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
600 × 402 px
Museum record:
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