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Engraved Ring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold ring with a square face and rounded band. The square face of the ring features a design resembling a snail or spiral shell. The band is smooth and rounded, with a consistent width throughout. The ring is made of gold-colored metal. The background of the image is a light gray or white surface, possibly a table or countertop.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–12th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions
599 × 615 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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