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Shah Jahan Diamond

17th century
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Shah Jahan Diamond
  • Date: 17th century
  • Medium: Pendant of taviz (amulet) outline; facet-cut from diamond (material described as ‘fancy light pink’), drilled
  • Dimensions: H. 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm)
    W. 1 13/16 in. (4.6 cm)
    Wt. 56.72 cts
  • Classification: Stone
  • Credit Line: The al-Sabah Collection, Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah, Kuwait
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art