Ornament: pyxis lid

Indonesia (Central Java)

8th–12th century

Not on view

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Title: Ornament: pyxis lid
Date: 8th–12th century
Culture: Indonesia (Central Java)
Medium: Gold
Dimensions: Largest W. 1 3/16 in. (3 cm)
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Gift of Jeannette and Jonathan Rosen, 2001
Object Number: 2001.794.58
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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