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Nose Ring

early 1900s

India

Medium
silver
Measurements
Overall: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.489
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
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A silver nose ring features a thin hoop joined to a wide, horizontal band adorned with five diamond-shaped frames. Each frame encloses a small star motif, with raised studs lining the upper and lower edges. The decorative section tapers into ribbed, bulbous ends on either side before meeting the smooth wire. The polished metal shows dark areas within the deep recesses of the repeating geometric patterns.

Nose Ring

early 1900s

India

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