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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
Museum record:
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