Garnet, Gold, Lapis Lazuli
circa 100-400 CE
Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah
Details
Theme
Trade, Movement and Exchange
Subtheme
Wealth
Case Title
Wealth of the world
Display Location
Coomaraswamy Hall
Findspot
Afghanistan
Measurements
18.8 x 1.38 x 0.25 cm
Accession Number
LNS 3066 J
Description
In pursuit of the exotic and beautiful, across the ancient world gold was combined with precious stones like garnet and lapis lazuli from far away – just like today. This single object sums up the sophistication of luxury trade in the ancient world. The language of wealth is timeless and international.
