Ancient Javanese Gold Sri Ring
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Gold of the Gods: Ancient Javanese and Balinese Rings
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An ancient Javanese gold ring of the 8th to 10th century, from Indonesia's Early Classical period.The hexagonal bezel carries a stylised 'Sri' motif, an abstract symbol of Dewi Sri, the Javanese rice goddess. Found on rings from Central Java of this period, it was believed to bring good fortune, fertility and prosperity, making the ring a talisman as well as an ornament. The stepped 'brickwork' edges echo the temple architecture of the region.In ancient Java gold rings marked status, served as ritual currency and protected their wearers; the Old Javanese word for ring comes from a term meaning 'guardian against enemies'. Comparable rings are in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1998.544.382, 1998.544.390, 2001.794.125, 1998.544.381).A wearable piece of Southeast Asian antiquity, with a rich patina.Details: 8th-10th century; Java, Indonesia; tests as 19K gold; bezel 10mm x 8mm x 4mm; hoop 2mm; UK M½, US 6½; 7.05g.Condition: Very good and wearable, with surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and burial.
An ancient Javanese gold ring of the 8th to 10th century, from Indonesia's Early Classical period.
The hexagonal bezel carries a stylised 'Sri' motif, an abstract symbol of Dewi Sri, the Javanese rice goddess. Found on rings from Central Java of this period, it was believed to bring good fortune, fertility and prosperity, making the ring a talisman as well as an ornament. The stepped 'brickwork' edges echo the temple architecture of the region.
In ancient Java gold rings marked status, served as ritual currency and protected their wearers; the Old Javanese word for ring comes from a term meaning 'guardian against enemies'. Comparable rings are in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1998.544.382, 1998.544.390, 2001.794.125, 1998.544.381).
A wearable piece of Southeast Asian antiquity, with a rich patina.
Details: 8th-10th century; Java, Indonesia; tests as 19K gold; bezel 10mm x 8mm x 4mm; hoop 2mm; UK M½, US 6½; 7.05g.
Condition: Very good and wearable, with surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and burial.
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