TWO INDIVIDUAL GOLD EAR ORNAMENTS, ÓC EO CULTURE Óc Eo Culture, Mekong Delta, 3rd - 7th century. Cast in solid gold, symmetrically shaped with round cross-sections and opposing flat ends in a tapering oval shape, known as the 'open oval'. The larger earring is open while the ends of the smaller piece are joined together. Condition: Worn condition with noticeable oxidation. Provenance: A private owner, acquired from the collection of Dr. Istvan Zelnik several years ago. Weight: 5.5 g in total. Dimensions: Size 2.3 x 1.6 cm and 1.3 x 1.8 cm. Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content (24K): Weight 3.1 g in total.