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Engraved Ring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gold ring with engraved letters on it. The ring is made of gold and has a rounded rectangular shape with a flat top. The band of the ring is thick and rounded. The letters "VITA" are engraved on the outside of the ring in a simple font, and appear to be upside down. The inside of the band has a rough texture. The ring is placed on a light-colored surface, possibly a table or countertop. The background is a plain light gray color. The title of the image is "Engraved Ring" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–12th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions
599 × 533 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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