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Bead ornaments, triangular, 8

3rd century CE
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 301
Gold diadems, worn on the head like a crown, were decorated with geometric patterns to match gold foil appliqués that were sewn onto the sleeves and neckline of festive clothing.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Bead ornaments, triangular, 8
  • Period: Late Imperial
  • Date: 3rd century CE
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Gold
  • Dimensions: average: 9/16 × 1/16 × 1 3/4 in. (1.4 × 0.2 × 4.4 cm)
  • Classification: Gold and Silver
  • Credit Line: Purchase, 1898
  • Object Number: 98.11.90a–h
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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