A MASSIVE CHAM RELIEF GOLD RING DEPICTING A GOAT
Champa, c. 10th – 12th century. The octagonal top of the golden ring shows a very lively representation of a male goat in relief.
Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Excellent condition.
Weight: 35 g
Dimensions: Size 2.7 x 2.7 cm, Inner Diameter 1.8 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 672/1000
Literature comparison: A similar piece is published in Gold Treasures of the Cham Kingdoms from the Collection of Dr. Zelnik Volume 2, no. 53 (page 114), 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.