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Earring with Star and Granules

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden earring with a star-shaped design and granules. The earring has a hollow center and a thick post at the back. The star shape has multiple points, and the earring has a textured surface. The earring is made of gold and has a circular opening in the center surrounded by small granules. The background is a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–12th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions
600 × 431 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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