Nose Ornament

Moche

1st–3rd century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

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Provenance

Title: Nose Ornament
Date: 1st–3rd century
Geography: Peru
Culture: Moche
Medium: Gold
Dimensions: H. 3 5/8 x W. 5 1/4 x D. 3/4 in. (9.2 x 13.3 x 1.9 cm)
Weight: 0.0434lb. (0.0197kg)
Classification: Metalwork-Ornaments
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1996
Object Number: 1996.372.2
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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