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About this object

  • ID:

    A14188

  • Production date:

    late 16th century - early 17th century

  • Location:

    In Store

  • A pendant of twisted gold wire set with seven rose-cut briolette amethysts. Possibly worn as an earring or in the hair. Part of Cheapside Hoard.

  • Measurements

    L 49 mm; W 14 mm (overall); RI 1.544-1.553; SG 2.65; Mohs 7; Birefrigence 0.009

  • Materials

    amethyst (quartz; silicon dioxide; crystal structure - hexagonal/trigonal); gold; enamel

  • Last Updated

    2024-03-14

FURTHER INFORMATION
  • NUMBER OF ITEMS

    1

  • STATUS

    permanent collection

  • COPYRIGHT HOLDER

    digital image copyright Museum of London

  • Related Group

    The Cheapside Hoard

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