A CHAM GOLD RING
Champa, c. 12th century. A fine Cham gold ring, the ring top set with a small black gem.
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 with minor traces of age and wear.
Weight: 5.6 g
Dimensions: Size 2.4 x 2.4 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 592/1000
Literature comparison: A similar piece is published in Gold Treasures of the Cham Kingdoms from the Collection of Dr. Zelnik Volume 1, nos. 25 (page 94) and 29 (page 95), Budapest 2007.
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.