Elements

11th–12th century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Title: Elements
Date: 11th–12th century
Geography: Attributed to probably Iran
Medium: Gold
Dimensions: Ht. 3/8 in. (1 cm)
Diam. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: The Alice and Nasli Heeramaneck Collection, Gift of Alice Heeramaneck, 1980
Object Number: 1980.541.17
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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