A CHAM GILT HAIRPIN WITH GEMSTONES Central Cham kingdom, 10th - 11th century. A short gilt hairpin with a stupa-like head, superbly decorated with small lotus leaves, other floral motifs and four dark red gemstones (garnets or zircon) on the sides and one more gemstone at the top. Condition: Very good condition, only few traces of wear with some loss of gilt. Provenance: A private owner, acquired from the collection of Dr. Istvan Zelnik several years ago. Weight: 12.2 g. Dimensions: Length 16.0 cm. Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content (24K): Weight 12.0 g.