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Ring

200 CE or later

China, Han dynasty (202 BCE–220 CE) or later

Medium
agate
Measurements
Diameter: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of A. W. Bahr 1915.400
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Location
Not on view
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A thick agate ring features a translucent, pale grayish-white band with faint green undertones. A perfectly round void defines its center. Small pits and brownish, earthy deposits mottle the surface, primarily at the top and left. The polished, geometric silhouette is interrupted by these organic, crater-like textures, showcasing a balance of refined symmetry and natural, aged imperfections against a dark gradient backdrop.

Ring

200 CE or later

China, Han dynasty (202 BCE–220 CE) or later

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