A CHAM REPOUSSÉ GOLD PENDANT WITH STONE INTAGLIO DEPICTING TWO HINDU DEITIES
Champa, classical period, 10th – 12th century. The front of this oval gold pendant shows two standing Hindu deities, cut into a red carnelian. The back of the pendant also shows a traditional Cham Hindu deity executed in repoussé.

Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Excellent condition with expected traces of age and wear as well as some patina on the back.

Weight: 12.6 g
Dimensions: Height 5.0 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 725/1000

Published: Gold Treasures of the Cham Kingdoms from the Collection of Dr. Zelnik Volume 1, no. 83 (page 114), Budapest 2007.

Metallurgic Analysis
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