A PAIR OF CHAM GOLD EAR ORNAMENTS WITH RED GEMSTONES
Champa, 12th – 14th century. Each earring is composed of a rectangular part set with a red gemstone above a blossom-like extension.
Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Very good condition
Weight: 9.6 g in total
Dimensions: Size 2.5 x 1.7 cm each
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 820/1000
Published: Gold Treasures of the Cham Kingdoms from the Collection of Dr. Zelnik Volume 2, no. 17 (page 102), Budapest 2008.
Metallurgic Analysis
The data from the metallurgic analysis posted in the catalogue entry for each lot in this auction relates to the proportion of fine gold contained in the gold alloy only. It does
not relate to the gross weight of the lot, as the gross weight typically consists of the weight of the gold alloy and the weight of other materials added to the lot such as gemstones, soil encrustations, casting cores or other metals processed within the lot.