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Acorn

Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

CULTURE Greek
MEDIUM Gold
DATES late 4th century B.C.E.
PERIOD Hellenistic Period
DIMENSIONS 7/8 x 3/8 in. (2.3 x 1 cm)
ACCESSION NUMBER 71.79.2
CREDIT LINE Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas S. Brush
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION Probably part of a necklace. Hollow, and made of two halves. The top is patterned in repousse, and the bottom is tipped with a small pyramidal knob. Acorn is attached to a stem (gold tube) which is fastened to a small hollow bead pierced horizontally for suspension. Condition: Lower portion of acorn is dented.
MUSEUM LOCATION This item is not on view
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