AN ELABORATE CHAM REPOUSSé GOLD RING
Champa, c. 9th – 10th century. The raised top of this gold ring forms an octagon with open parts, giving the impression to hold gemstones. The ring features an inlaid red glass stone in the center.
Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Shows traces of wear and age such as small dents.
Weight: 4.6 g
Dimensions: Size 2.5 x 2.2 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 868/1000
Published: Gold Treasures of the Cham Kingdoms from the Collection of Dr. Zelnik Volume 2, no. 40 (page 110), 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.