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Hedgehog Jewelry Element

400–200 BCE

Western Asia, Scythian

Medium
gold, soldered or fused with granulation
Measurements
Overall: 0.7 x 0.7 x 0.9 cm (1/4 x 1/4 x 3/8 in.)
Weight: 1.2 g (0.04 oz.)
Credit Line
Gift of Keith P. Smith 1985.180
Public Domain
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Location
102A Ancient Near East
Print
A gold, hedgehog-shaped ornament features a rounded body covered in small, raised spheres. Two circular holes suggest eyes, and a larger opening forms the mouth. Small, curved ears protrude from the sides of the head. The figure rests on a rectangular platform composed of rows of tiny gold beads. The composition emphasizes repeating geometric patterns rather than fine details.

Hedgehog Jewelry Element

400–200 BCE

Western Asia, Scythian

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