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Stirrup-shaped Ring with Purple Stone

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold ring with a stirrup-shaped band and a large, dark purple stone set in the center. The stone appears almost black and has a smooth, rounded surface. The gold band is thick and rounded, with a textured surface. The band's top is wider than its bottom and features a raised, decorative edge around the stone. The background is a light gray surface with a slightly speckled texture.

Artwork Details

Date
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold with purple stone
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
599 × 465 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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