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P1318A

From: Sumatra | Komering Agong

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number P1318A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Lampong
Provenience Sumatra | Komering Agong
Date Made 1901
Section Oceanian
Materials Metal
Description

Worn by unmarried girls. Serenga buhan. Brass colored ornament with rough diamond shape in the center, vertical floral protrustions on either end. Raised floral design outlined in geometric perimeter. Chain attached on either side.
Height 10.2 cm
Width 17 cm
Outside Diameter 0.6 cm
Credit Line Gift of H. M. Hiller and Alfred C. Harrison Jr., 1901

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