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Type: Jewelry (778)
Type: Jewelry (778)
Plaque
Peru, North Coast, Chongoyape(?), Chavín style (1000-200 BC)
1938.431CCCC0
Belt for a Lady's Dress
Italy, Siena?, 14th century
1930.742CCCC0
Bracelet and Anklet
Africa, West Africa, Liberia, Dan-style blacksmith
1982.341©
Necklace
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1953.181©
Disk Pendant (akrafokɔnmu)
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante Empire/Kingdom, probably Kumasi, member of the goldsmiths’ guild
1935.310CCCC0
Twelve Medallions Mounted as a Necklace
France, Paris, late 14th-early 15th century
1947.507CCCC0
Disk Pendant (akrafokɔnmu)
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante Empire/ Kingdom, member of the goldsmiths’ guild
1944.290CCCC0
Lily of the Valley Comb
René Lalique (French, 1860–1945)
1981.49©
Pendant: Crocodile
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1952.265CCCC0
Vulture Headdress Inlay
Egypt, Ptolemaic Dynasty
1920.1991CCCC0
Disk Pendant (akrafokɔnmu)
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante Empire/ Kingdom, member of the goldsmiths’ guild
1952.84CCCC0
Belt Buckle
Visigothic, Spain, Migration Period, 6th century
2001.119CCCC0
Pendant
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Rajput Kingdom of Jaipur
1966.515CCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1057CCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1058CCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1059CCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1060CCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1061CCCC0
Glass Beads with Pendant
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1062CCCC0
Locket
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Rajput Kingdom of Jaipur
1960.198CCCC0
Necklace
England or France
1964.35CCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1056CCCC0
Octagonal Pendant with Corinthian Column Spacers and Clasp Set
Byzantium, Late Roman, Eastern Mediterranean, (probably Sirium or Nicomedia), Byzantine period
1994.98CCCC0
Finger Ring with Frog
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten
1916.658CCCC0
Pendants
India, Delhi
1916.280CCCC0
Necklace
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1945.380CCCC0
Pendant
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 21 (1069-945 BC) -22 (945-715 BC)
1989.39CCCC0
Neckpiece with panel (umphapheni)
Africa, Southern African, South Africa, Southeast Cape Region, Northern Nguni (Zulu)-style maker
2010.207CCCC0
Pair of Fibulae
Alemannic, Migration Period, 6th-7th century
2000.119CCCC0
Crescent-Shaped Earring
Byzantium, Constantinople?, Byzantine period, 11th century
1946.493CCCC0
Taft Anniversary Necklace
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2017.202©
Pendant: Face
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, possibly Baule-style goldsmith
1954.602CCCC0
Pendant with Matsya (fish incarnation of Vishnu) defeating Hayagriva
Northwestern India, Rajasthan Pratapgarh
1916.119CCCC0
Inkstand
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Jaipur
1916.439CCCC0
Buckle with Animal-Shaped Thorn and Belt Plate
Sarmato-Gothic, Migration period, 5th century
1981.9CCCC0
Pendant of a Bird (Rooster?)
Northern Greece, Macedonian, Geometric period (900-700 BC)
1999.249CCCC0
Bronze Necklace with Hanging Pendants
Northern Greece, 8th Century BC
2000.105CCCC0
Set of Gold and Enamel Jewelry
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2009.92©
Ornament with Figure
Central Andes, Wari style
1944.291CCCC0
Forehead Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1940.509CCCC0
Comb
France, Gothic period, 15th century
1951.452CCCC0
Pendant with Shri
Pakistan, Gandhara, Sirkap, Kushan Period (1st century-320)
1953.14CCCC0
Pendant: Face in Crescent
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1952.118CCCC0
Funerary Mask
Peru, South Coast, Chicha-Ica Valley area, 13th-16th century
1957.396CCCC0
Crossbow Fibula
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 4th century
1930.227CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.230CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.231CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.232CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.233CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.234CCCC0
Pendant
Sudan, Napatan; lion's head component, Egypt, probably New Kingdom, Late Period, Dynasty 25
1987.1CCCC0
Hair-Pipe Necklace
Native North America, Plains, Nakota (Yankton or Yanktonai Sioux)?
1932.50CCCC0
Comb (cisakulo)
Africa, Central Africa, Angola, or Democratic Republic of Congo, Chokwe-style
1915.453CCCC0
Bead
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1917.1055CCCC0
Necklace Bead and Pair of Pendants in the Shape of an Auspicious Symbol
India, Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.66CCCC0
Broad Collar
Egypt, Style of late Dynasty 18 but essentially modern
1916.660CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.235CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.236CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.237CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.238CCCC0
Ornament from Sitio Conte: Animal Pendant(?)
Panama, Conte style, 5th - 10th century
1951.318CCCC0
Funerary Female Figure
Peru, South Coast, Chicha-Ica Valley area, 15th-16th century
1957.397CCCC0
Ornamental Comb
F. Walter Lawrence (American, 1864–1929) and 1 other
2001.106©
Seedpod Pin
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2017.204©
Button
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1946.259CCCC0
Cameo: Head of a Woman
Italy, Roman, 1st Century
1958.92CCCC0
Necklace (amazipho)
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Southeast Cape Region, Northern Nguni (Zulu)-style maker
2010.231CCCC0
Comet of the Millennium Brooch
James Mazurkewicz (American, 1943-) and 1 other
2013.73©
Ring
England, 14th century
1950.383CCCC0
Pair of Ear Ornaments
Mexico, Guerrero, Ichcatiopan, Mixtec or Aztec
1983.191CCCC0
Pendant: Face
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1942.172©
Mandarin Chain Bead Necklace
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1945.167CCCC0
Pendant
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Luba-style maker
2010.456CCCC0
Cephalopod Pendant Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2019.181©
Fibula (Pin)
South Italy, Campania, 4th-3rd Century BC
1947.504CCCC0
The Imperial Eagle
Italy, Rome, probably Augustan, early 1st Century
1977.13CCCC0
Straight Pin
Italy, Etruscan, late 6th Century BC
1978.25CCCC0
Garment Pin
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.65CCCC0
Garment Pin
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.66CCCC0
Garment Pin
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.67CCCC0
Headdress Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Paracas
1940.510CCCC0
Headdress Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Paracas
1940.511CCCC0
Buckle
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1947.610CCCC0
Earring
Cambodia, Angkorean Period (877-1431)
1987.71CCCC0
Set of Headdress Ornaments
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
2001.179CCCC0
Seashell (Coquillage) Compact
Jean Schlumberger (French, 1907–1987)
2020.203©
Modern Cuff Bracelet
Arthur George (Art) Smith, (American, 1917–1982)
2020.91©
Ring
Greece or Italy, Rome (?), 1st Century
1916.103CCCC0
Medallion
India
1916.284CCCC0
Ornament
India
1916.288CCCC0
Belt Buckle and Tab
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1009CCCC0
Necklace Figurine Beads
Colombia, 1st-8th century
1954.794CCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.400CCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.401CCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.402CCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.403CCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.404CCCC0
Celt-Shaped Pendant
Costa Rica, Southern Nicoya region, c. 4th century BC - AD 7th century
1972.4CCCC0
Intaglio with Victory in Chariot
Italy, Roman, 1st-2nd Century
1986.180CCCC0
Bracelet
Greece, late Hellenistic period
1986.182CCCC0
Peacock Ring
Seleucia, Iraq, Parthian Period
1933.191CCCC0
Shell with Inlaid Feline
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1950.567CCCC0
Bird Beads
Colombia, Muisca style, 10th-16th century
1949.190CCCC0
Necklace Beads in the Form of Fish
India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.39CCCC0
Pendant in the Shape of a Fish-Tailed Elephant
India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.63CCCC0
S-Shaped Fibula
Frankish, 6th century
2007.225CCCC0
Fragment of a Necklace
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18
1915.15CCCC0
String for Men's Hat
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.669CCCC0
Cuff
Winifred Mason (American, 1912–1993)
2019.38©
Fishbone Brooch
Harry Bertoia (American, 1915–1978)
2020.68©
Earrings (pair)
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 7th century
1947.178CCCC0
Carved Tube
Mexico, Oaxaca, Mixtec, 13th-16th century
1949.196CCCC0
Earrings
Syria, Roman, 1st Century BC-1st Century
1985.174CCCC0
Snail Necklace-Pin (Snail Pin and Necklace Chain)
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1956.113©
Ring
France
1916.123CCCC0
Signet Ring
England
1916.125CCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1917.1063CCCC0
Figurine Plaque
Peru, South Coast, Paracas, 300 BC-AD 200 with modern etched enhancement?
1940.512CCCC0
Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Ica Valley?, Paracas, c. 300 BC-AD 100
1940.513CCCC0
Mandarin Necklace
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.472CCCC0
Pendant Brooch
America
2009.359CCCC0
Pendant Brooch
Cowell and Hubbard Co. (American, Cleveland, 1879–1981)
2010.237©
Patina Necklace
Arthur George (Art) Smith, (American, 1917–1982)
2019.36©
Pair of Earrings
Arthur George (Art) Smith, (American, 1917–1982)
2019.37©
Ring
Italy, Roman, 2nd Century
1916.101CCCC0
Crossbow Fibula
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 4th century
1930.225CCCC0
Pendant: Face in Diamond
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1942.171CCCC0
Collar with Medallion and Pendant
Egypt, Alexandria, Roman, 3rd century
1948.419CCCC0
Pendant
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1952.85CCCC0
Crossbow Fibula
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 4th century
1955.545CCCC0
Spatula with Carved Head
Peru, Wari style (500-900)
1955.57CCCC0
Pair of Pendants in the Shape of an Auspicious Symbol
India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.61CCCC0
Necklace and Nose Ornament
Central Mexico, Teotihuacán, Classic Period
1990.263CCCC0
Necklace
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.68CCCC0
Parure: Necklace, Pendant, Earrings
England, 19th century
2001.156CCCC0
Filigree Disk Brooch with Central Boss
Frankish (late Merovingian), 7th century
2007.163CCCC0
Bow Fibulae
Alemannic, 6th century
2007.221CCCC0
Bow Fibula
Frankish, 6th century
2007.222CCCC0
Bow Fibula
Frankish, 6th century
2007.224CCCC0
S-Shaped Fibula
Alemannic, 6th century
2007.226CCCC0
Belt Buckle
Visigothic, Iberian Peninsula, Migration period, 6th century
2007.227CCCC0
Belt Buckle
Visigothic, Iberian Peninsula, Migration period, 6th century
2007.228CCCC0
Bangle
Fortunato Pio Castellani Firm (Italian)
2009.84CCCC0
Pendant:  Krishna as Shri Nathji
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Nathdwara
1946.257CCCC0
Shell Pendant
Mexico, Oaxaca, Mixtec style
1952.86CCCC0
Rhinoceros Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1979.35©
Almond-Shaped Pendant
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 5th-7th Century
1948.24CCCC0
Pendant Cross
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1948.711CCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
P. Herbier (French)
1929.996CCCC0
Ring
Byzantium, 9th century
1937.4CCCC0
Buckle with Embossed Head in Profile
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 5th-6th Century
1948.23CCCC0
Lotus Blossom Necklace Terminal
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (1540-1296 BC), reign of Amenhotep III to Akhenaten
1984.176CCCC0
Chain with Pendant and Two Crosses
Byzantium, Syria?, Byzantine period, early 6th century
1947.35CCCC0
Pectoral Ornament
Mexico, Guerrero, Ichcatiopan, Mixtec or Aztec style
1983.190CCCC0
Pair of Ear Flare Frontals
Peru, North Coast, Paramonga(?), Chimú style (900-1470)
1938.429CCCC0
Chain with Two Pendants and a Cross
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1946.260CCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
Urban Hörle (German)
1929.997CCCC0
Necklace
India
1927.4CCCC0
Eagle-Shaped Fibula
Frankish, Migration period, 6th century
1918.926CCCC0
Eagle-Shaped Fibula
Frankish, Migration period, 6th century
1918.928CCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.239CCCC0
Fibula (Pin)
Italy, Etruscan, 4th Century BC
1974.17CCCC0
Fibula
Frankish, Migration period, 6th century
1975.109CCCC0
Cloak Clasp
House of Fabergé (Russian, 1842–1918) and 1 other
2022.110CCCC0
Hat Jewel
France, mid-16th century
1949.377CCCC0
Pendant Earring
Seleucia, Iraq, Parthian Period
1933.193CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.502CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.503CCCC0
Necklace
Mexico, Oaxaca, Mixtec, 13th-16th century
1945.123CCCC0
Ring: Coiled Snake on a Ball
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1951.320©
Pair of Figure in Flower Ornaments
Mexico, Yucatán, Jaina Island region, Campeche, Maya style (250-900)
1967.155CCCC0
Pair of Bracelets
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.177©
Locket
Germany, 16th century
1950.371CCCC0
Petal-Shaped Beads
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III
1919.618CCCC0
Chain with Pendant Cross
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1947.34CCCC0
Chain with Pendant Cross
Byzantium, 6th century
1947.38CCCC0
Pair of Hair Ringlets with Ram Head
Greece, Hellenistic period
1968.102CCCC0
Buckle
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.617CCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.622CCCC0
Buckle
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.629CCCC0
Bracelet
Central Panama, (Sitio Conte?), Conte Style, 5th century
1951.154CCCC0
Pendant with Granulation
Byzantium, 10th century
1953.633CCCC0
Fibula in the Form of a Recumbent Stag
Northeastern Europe, 5th century
1986.205CCCC0
Armlet of bazuband
India, Punjab, 18th-19th Century
1916.268CCCC0
Headdress Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Paracas, 3rd-2nd Century BC
1938.432CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.499CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.500CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.501CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.504CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.505CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.506CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.546CCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.609CCCC0
Beads
Central Colombia, Muisca Style?, 10th-16th century
1950.566CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.172CCCC0
Medallion, beads, and spindle whorls
Central Andes, North Coast, Chimú (medallion)
1951.173CCCC0
Pendant
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pende, 19th century
1976.189CCCC0
Pendant with Reverse Intaglio of the Anastasis
Byzantium, late 6th century
1983.209CCCC0
Earring
Cambodia
1984.63CCCC0
Ring
Oman
1916.377CCCC0
Earring
Cyprus, 5th Century BC
1916.131CCCC0
Belt Plate
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1007CCCC0
Disk Ornament
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1008CCCC0
Buckle
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1011CCCC0
Belt Plate
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1013CCCC0
Finger Ring
Greece, 4th Century (?), or later
1963.98CCCC0
Fibula
Anglo-Saxon, Migration period, 6th century
1980.3CCCC0
Finger Ring with Figure of Nike
Greece, 4th Century BC
1985.66CCCC0
Clasp
Palestine, Ramallah
1916.474CCCC0
Pair of Bangles
India, Sunga Period (185-72 BC)
1973.64CCCC0
Ring
Cambodia
1944.71CCCC0
Ring
Cambodia
1944.73CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China
1947.550CCCC0
Pendant Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2010.464©
Chatelaine Watch
Switzerland
1918.826CCCC0
Buckle
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1918.929CCCC0
Buckle
Hunnish, Migration Period
1930.226CCCC0
Crescent-Shaped Pendant
Byzantium, Constantinople?, Byzantine period, 11th century
1946.428CCCC0
Set of Pendants Ending in a Bull's Head
India, Sunga Period (185-72 BC)
1973.53CCCC0
Fibula
Ostrogothic, Migration period, 6th century
1975.108CCCC0
Earrings (pair)
Ostrogothic, Migration period, 5th century
1975.48CCCC0
Turban ornament
Java
1916.196CCCC0
Bracelet
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1916.538CCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1917.1064CCCC0
Pendant: Cross Form with Bird
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1942.170©
Pin with Yarn Figure
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style?, Nasca style?, 100 BC-AD 650
1946.76CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.544CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.545CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.547CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.548CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.549CCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.551CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1949.560CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.163CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.164CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.165CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.166CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.167CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.168CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.169CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.170CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.171CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.174CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.175CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.176CCCC0
Ring: Cannon Flanked by Two Birds
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1951.321©
Pendant: Rectangular Pendant
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1951.322©
Bird Pendant (Buzzard or Vulture?)
Costa Rica, Atlantic Watershed region, 3rd century BC - AD 6th century
1954.148CCCC0
Lotus Necklace and Pair of Earrings Set
Linda Macneil (American, b. 1954)
2001.155©
Earring with Openwork
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 7th-9th Century
1916.122CCCC0
Brooch
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1918.932CCCC0
Buckle
Ostrogothic, Migration period, 6th century
1930.228CCCC0
Nose Ornament
Colombia, Sinú style, 5th-11th century
1954.588CCCC0
Nose Ornament
Colombia, Sinú style, 5th-11th century
1954.589CCCC0
Buckle
Frankish(?), Migration period, 6th century
1975.106CCCC0
Buckle
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1975.107CCCC0
Ibex Bracelet Terminal
Iran, Achaemenian, 5th Century BC
1985.181CCCC0
Nefertem Amulet
Lebanon, Syro-Phoenicia
1985.78CCCC0
Pendant
House of Fabergé (Russian, 1842–1918) and 1 other
2022.114CCCC0
Necklace with Gemstones
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
861.1979©
Dragon Fly Brooch
René Lalique (French, 1860–1945)
1964.448©
Engraved Egg Watch
Denis Martinot (French) and 1 other
1929.994CCCC0
Ring: Gazelle Eating Thicket
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III to Akhenaten
1992.51CCCC0
Cross Pendant
Frances Barnum (American) and 1 other
1996.290CCCC0
Pendant
Continental, 18th century
1918.825CCCC0
Fragment Ring
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1987.164©
Repoussé Gold Clasp
Europe, 13th century
1948.19CCCC0
Openwork Spacer Bead
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 21 (1069-945 BC) - 22 (945-715 BC)
1916.661CCCC0
Necklace
Greece, 2nd Century BC
1928.234CCCC0
Necklace with Swivel Pendant and Bracelet Set
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1951.121©
Gorget
Tibet, 18th century
1915.336CCCC0
Ring in the Form of Six Fishes
India, Jaipur, 18th century
1916.118CCCC0
Jeweled Necklace and Pendant
India, Delhi in the Punjab
1916.287CCCC0
Miniature Ring
France, 19th century
1916.359CCCC0
Bird Ornament
North coast of Peru, Cupisnique Style, 9th-6th Century BC
1946.230CCCC0
Bracelet
India, Mughal, Rajasthan, Jaipur, 18th century
1966.516CCCC0
Locket
Alexis Falize (French, 1811–1898) and 1 other
1979.11CCCC0
Necklace with Three Pendants
Greece, Roman Empire, 1st to 2nd century AD
1947.506CCCC0
Pendant with Pelican
Germany, early 17th century
1959.336CCCC0
Ear Plug
India, Bengal (?)
1916.108CCCC0
Hair pendant
India
1916.236CCCC0
Wristlet
India, Punjab (?)
1916.267CCCC0
Armlet
India
1916.274CCCC0
Pair of Earrings
Uzbekistan
1916.278CCCC0
Set of Rings
India
1916.289CCCC0
Ring
India, Mughal
1944.68CCCC0
Ring
India, Mughal, 18th century
1944.69CCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1945.118CCCC0
Sidelocks and Elements of Wig Decoration
Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12
1914.795CCCC0
Neck Ring
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.173CCCC0
Bracelet
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.174CCCC0
Bracelet
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.175CCCC0
Bracelet
Equatorial Africa, Gabon, Fang
1976.176CCCC0
Necklace with Lotus Pendants
Egypt, elements of various periods, but arrangement is modern
1916.651CCCC0
Ring with Aegis of Nepthys
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 22
1916.659CCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.606CCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.633CCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.637CCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.647CCCC0
Frog Ornament
Peru, Moche, 1st-9th Century
1955.178CCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy, Florence (?)
1970.93CCCC0
Crab Ring
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1987.165©
Set of Gold Jewelry
Potter and Mellen, Inc. (American) and 1 other
1992.184©
Fan
René Lalique (French, 1860–1945)
2009.79©
Charm Case Pair
Tibet, 19th century
1915.349CCCC0
Bracelet
India
1916.231CCCC0
Earring (?)
India
1916.232CCCC0
Anklet
India
1916.238CCCC0
Ear Studs and Chains
India
1916.239CCCC0
Watch
Germany, 17th century
1916.322CCCC0
Watchcase (Boîtier de montre)
France, 17th century
1916.348CCCC0
Bracelets
Bulgaria, 18th-19th century
1916.371CCCC0
Toe-ring
India
1916.389CCCC0
Set of Buttons
Hungary
1916.627©
Pendant
Greece
1916.663CCCC0
Ring
India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756)
1944.67CCCC0
Necklace of Insect(?) Beads
Colombia, Malagana region, 4th century BC - 4th century AD
1948.476CCCC0
Fibula
Italy
1970.101CCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy, Etruscan, late 8th Century BC
1970.106CCCC0
Fibula
Italy
1970.108CCCC0
Fibula
Classical, Poland (?)
1970.110CCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy, Etruscan, 10th-8th century BC
1970.84CCCC0
Fibula
Italy, Etruscan, late 6th Century BC
1970.89CCCC0
Pendant in the Form of a Boar
Italy, Etruscan, 5th Century BC
1978.124CCCC0
Title, DateArtist / CultureAccession numberMediumDimensionsCredit lineRights
Plaque
Peru, North Coast, Chongoyape(?), Chavín style (1000-200 BC)
1938.431hammered and cut goldOverall: 12.5 x 13.8 cm (4 15/16 x 5 7/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Belt for a Lady's Dress
Italy, Siena?, 14th century
1930.742basse-taille enamel and gilding on silver, silver thread, gilt-silver buckle, cast and chasedOverall: 236.5 x 2.9 x 0.6 cm (93 1/8 x 1 1/8 x 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Bracelet and Anklet
Africa, West Africa, Liberia, Dan-style blacksmith
1982.341Copper alloyPart 1: 16 x 14.2 cm (6 5/16 x 5 9/16 in.); Part 2: 14.1 x 11.7 cm (5 9/16 x 4 5/8 in.)Gift of Willett Rankin Wilson, in memory of Audley R. and Edna Moore Wilson©
Necklace
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1953.181goldOverall: 43.2 cm (17 in.); Pendant: 7 x 4.6 cm (2 3/4 x 1 13/16 in.)Silver Jubilee Treasure Fund©
Disk Pendant (akrafokɔnmu)
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante Empire/Kingdom, probably Kumasi, member of the goldsmiths’ guild
1935.310GoldDiameter: 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Overall: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Twelve Medallions Mounted as a Necklace
France, Paris, late 14th-early 15th century
1947.507enameled gold, precious stones, and pearls; some later additions with modern chainDiameter: 4.5 x 1.6 cm (1 3/4 x 5/8 in.); Part 1: 70.9 cm (27 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Disk Pendant (akrafokɔnmu)
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante Empire/ Kingdom, member of the goldsmiths’ guild
1944.290GoldOverall: 7 x 7.6 x 1.6 cm (2 3/4 x 3 x 5/8 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Lily of the Valley Comb
René Lalique (French, 1860–1945)
1981.49horn, enamel and goldOverall: 15.4 x 9.4 x 3 cm (6 1/16 x 3 11/16 x 1 3/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. A. Dean Perry©
Pair of Deity Earrings with Vishnu on Garuda (front) and chepu (monster...
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
1915.338Gold set with precious and semi-precious stonesOverall: 9.5 x 6.9 cm (3 3/4 x 2 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pendant: Crocodile
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1952.265GoldOverall: 4.9 cm (1 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Vulture Headdress Inlay
Egypt, Ptolemaic Dynasty
1920.1991gold and semi-precious stonesOverall: 3 x 2.8 cm (1 3/16 x 1 1/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Disk Pendant (akrafokɔnmu)
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante Empire/ Kingdom, member of the goldsmiths’ guild
1952.84GoldDiameter: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Belt Buckle
Visigothic, Spain, Migration Period, 6th century
2001.119bronze with garnets, glass, mother of pearl, gold foil, traces of gilding; bronze and glassOverall: 7.1 x 2.7 cm (2 13/16 x 1 1/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Rajput Kingdom of Jaipur
1966.515Gold, emerald, diamonds, enamel, and pearlOverall: 7.4 x 4.8 cm (2 15/16 x 1 7/8 in.)Bequest of Anne Jessop SmithCCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1057jadeOverall: 8 x 4.9 x 3.1 cm (3 1/8 x 1 15/16 x 1 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1058glassGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1059glassGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1060jadeOverall: 6.6 x 4.1 x 1.2 cm (2 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 1/2 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1061glassOverall: 6.6 x 4 x 2 cm (2 5/8 x 1 9/16 x 13/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Glass Beads with Pendant
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1062glassOverall: 3 x 4.5 cm (1 3/16 x 1 3/4 in.); Each bead: 0.9 x 0.9 cm (3/8 x 3/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Locket
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Rajput Kingdom of Jaipur
1960.198gold and enamelCase: 3.1 x 3.5 cm (1 1/4 x 1 3/8 in.)Gift of the Twentieth Century ClubCCCC0
Necklace
England or France
1964.35gold, silver and brilliantsPart 1: 29.6 cm (11 5/8 in.); Part 2: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Comma-shaped Jade
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-668)
1917.1056glassOverall: 7.3 x 3.9 x 2.5 cm (2 7/8 x 1 9/16 x 1 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Octagonal Pendant with Corinthian Column Spacers and Clasp Set
Byzantium, Late Roman, Eastern Mediterranean, (probably Sirium or Nicomedia), Byzantine period
1994.98goldLeonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Finger Ring with Frog
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten
1916.658goldDiameter: 2.3 cm (7/8 in.); Overall: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pendants
India, Delhi
1916.280Gilt silver with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, pearls, and enamelGift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Necklace
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1945.380jade, amethyst, gold, rock crystalEdward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Pendant
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 21 (1069-945 BC) -22 (945-715 BC)
1989.39gold and turquoiseOverall: 5.1 x 2.3 cm (2 x 7/8 in.)Gift of Vivian MerrinCCCC0
Neckpiece with panel (umphapheni)
Africa, Southern African, South Africa, Southeast Cape Region, Northern Nguni (Zulu)-style maker
2010.207Glass beads, plant fiber, copper alloy, and ironOverall: 68.6 cm (27 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Forehead Pendant with Sun God Surya in a Chariot with Attendants
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
1915.337gold set with jewels and semi-precious stonesOverall: 8 x 4.6 cm (3 1/8 x 1 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pendant with Four-armed Green Vishnu on a lotus with Nagas
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
1915.340Gold set with precious and semiprecious stonesOverall: 7.2 x 5.8 cm (2 13/16 x 2 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pair of Fibulae
Alemannic, Migration Period, 6th-7th century
2000.119cast silver, parcel-gilt, with nielloOverall: 10.5 x 6.5 x 2 cm (4 1/8 x 2 9/16 x 13/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Crescent-Shaped Earring
Byzantium, Constantinople?, Byzantine period, 11th century
1946.493gold filigree with cloisonné enamelAverage: 2.3 x 2.6 cm (7/8 x 1 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Taft Anniversary Necklace
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2017.202gold50 x 3.5 x 1 cm (19 11/16 x 1 3/8 x 3/8 in.)Bequest of Frances P. Taft, Trustee of the Cleveland Museum of Art, 1973-2017©
Pendant: Face
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, possibly Baule-style goldsmith
1954.602GoldOverall: 7.6 x 5 cm (3 x 1 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Pair of Earrings with Vishnu Riding Garuda
1915.342Gold set with precious and semiprecious stonesGift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pair of Earrings with Four-Armed Vishnu Riding Garuda with Nagas ...
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
1915.346repousse gold with pearlsGift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pendant with Matsya (fish incarnation of Vishnu) defeating Hayagriva
Northwestern India, Rajasthan Pratapgarh
1916.119gold, enamel, emeralds, and pearlsOverall: 11.8 x 5.8 cm (4 5/8 x 2 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Inkstand
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Jaipur
1916.439Gold, silver, and enamelOverall: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Buckle with Animal-Shaped Thorn and Belt Plate
Sarmato-Gothic, Migration period, 5th century
1981.9bronze with traces of gilding and garnetsOverall: 4.3 x 4.5 cm (1 11/16 x 1 3/4 in.)In memory of William M. MillikenCCCC0
Pendant of a Bird (Rooster?)
Northern Greece, Macedonian, Geometric period (900-700 BC)
1999.249bronzeOverall: 5 x 9 cm (1 15/16 x 3 9/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bronze Necklace with Hanging Pendants
Northern Greece, 8th Century BC
2000.105bronzeOverall: 40.6 cm (16 in.)Gift of Bruce Ferrini in honor of Trustee Emeritus, Dr. Norman Zaworski, on the occasion of his 80th birthday, June 12, 2000CCCC0
Set of Gold and Enamel Jewelry
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2009.92gold, enamelGift of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert F. Leisy and family©
Ornament with Figure
Central Andes, Wari style
1944.291shell, stone, and metal (silver?)Overall: 6.6 x 3.6 cm (2 5/8 x 1 7/16 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter HelenCCCC0
Forehead Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1940.509hammered gold alloyOverall: 27.4 x 9.3 cm (10 13/16 x 3 11/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Comb
France, Gothic period, 15th century
1951.452boxwoodOverall: 11.5 x 16.1 cm (4 1/2 x 6 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant with Shri
Pakistan, Gandhara, Sirkap, Kushan Period (1st century-320)
1953.14gold repoussé and carnelianDiameter: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant: Face in Crescent
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1952.118GoldOverall: 7 x 7.4 cm (2 3/4 x 2 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Funerary Mask
Peru, South Coast, Chicha-Ica Valley area, 13th-16th century
1957.396hammered silverOverall: 15.3 x 15.6 cm (6 x 6 1/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Crossbow Fibula
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 4th century
1930.227bronze, gilt-bronze, silver, and nielloOverall: 10.2 x 7.1 x 3.8 cm (4 x 2 13/16 x 1 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.230bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 5.3 x 5.3 x 1.6 cm (2 1/16 x 2 1/16 x 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.231bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 5.4 x 3.8 x 2.4 cm (2 1/8 x 1 1/2 x 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.232bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 5.1 x 4.8 x 1.6 cm (2 x 1 7/8 x 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.233bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 6 x 2.9 x 1.1 cm (2 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.234bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 4.9 x 4.8 x 1.7 cm (1 15/16 x 1 7/8 x 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant
Sudan, Napatan; lion's head component, Egypt, probably New Kingdom, Late Period, Dynasty 25
1987.1amethyst and goldOverall: 3.5 x 2.9 x 2.7 cm (1 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Hair-Pipe Necklace
Native North America, Plains, Nakota (Yankton or Yanktonai Sioux)?
1932.50Cow-bone hair pipes, glass beads, brass beads, silk ribbon, metal coin, Native-tanned hide or rawhide stringing, vegetable-tanned hide separatorsOverall: 236.2 cm (93 in.)Educational Purchase FundCCCC0
Comb (cisakulo)
Africa, Central Africa, Angola, or Democratic Republic of Congo, Chokwe-style
1915.453Wood, glass beads, and natural fibersOverall: 13.3 x 8 x 1.4 cm (5 1/4 x 3 1/8 x 9/16 in.)The Harold T. Clark Educational Extension FundCCCC0
Bead
Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935)
1917.1055glassDiameter: 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Necklace Bead and Pair of Pendants in the Shape of an Auspicious Symbol
India, Uttar Pradesh or Madhya Pradesh, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.66goldJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
Broad Collar
Egypt, Style of late Dynasty 18 but essentially modern
1916.660faience, glass, and stone, modern stringingDiameter: 20.5 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 25 cm (9 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.235bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 1 x 2 x 0.8 cm (3/8 x 13/16 x 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.236bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 2.7 x 2.6 x 0.7 cm (1 1/16 x 1 x 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.237bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 5.7 x 3.2 x 2.2 cm (2 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.238bronze and champlevé enamelOverall: 5.1 x 3.4 x 2.2 cm (2 x 1 5/16 x 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ornament from Sitio Conte: Animal Pendant(?)
Panama, Conte style, 5th - 10th century
1951.318manatee boneOverall: 4.3 x 5.5 cm (1 11/16 x 2 3/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Funerary Female Figure
Peru, South Coast, Chicha-Ica Valley area, 15th-16th century
1957.397hammered silvered copper, cinnabarOverall: 24.6 x 8.4 cm (9 11/16 x 3 5/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Ornamental Comb
F. Walter Lawrence (American, 1864–1929) and 1 other
2001.106gold, ancient glass, gem stones, tortoiseshellOverall: 14.3 x 5.8 x 1.9 cm (5 5/8 x 2 5/16 x 3/4 in.)Gift of the Trideca Society©
Seedpod Pin
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2017.204goldBequest of Frances P. Taft, Trustee of the Cleveland Museum of Art, 1973-2017©
Button
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1946.259rock crystal with a garnet mounted in a gold granulated starDiameter: 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.)Gift of Mrs. Horace KelleyCCCC0
Cameo: Head of a Woman
Italy, Roman, 1st Century
1958.92amethystOverall: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr.CCCC0
Necklace (amazipho)
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Southeast Cape Region, Northern Nguni (Zulu)-style maker
2010.231Glass beads, bone, and sinewOverall: 38.1 cm (15 in.)Gift of Dori and Daniel Rootenberg in memory of Estelle RosenbergCCCC0
Comet of the Millennium Brooch
James Mazurkewicz (American, 1943-) and 1 other
2013.7318K gold, black tahitian pearl, diamondsGift of Marjorie and Warren McCullough in memory of Joseph and Elizabeth McCullough©
Turban Ornament (Sarpech)
India
1916.259Gilt silver with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, topaz, blue sapphires, yellow sapphireOverall: 10.2 x 8.4 cm (4 x 3 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ring
England, 14th century
1950.383gilded silver, sapphireDiameter: 2.9 cm (1 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Ear Ornaments
Mexico, Guerrero, Ichcatiopan, Mixtec or Aztec
1983.191obsidian, crystalOverall: 2.5 x 2.2 cm (1 x 7/8 in.)Gift of James C. Gruener in memory of his wife, Florence Crowell GruenerCCCC0
Pendant: Face
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1942.172GoldOverall: 5.8 x 3.9 cm (2 5/16 x 1 9/16 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial Fund©
Mandarin Chain Bead Necklace
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1945.167tourmaline, jade, pearls, seed pearls, seed coral and gilt metalOverall: 120.6 cm (47 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Pendant
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Luba-style maker
2010.456IvoryOverall: 8.6 x 2.3 x 4.5 cm (3 3/8 x 7/8 x 1 3/4 in.)René and Odette Delenne Collection, Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Cephalopod Pendant Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2019.181Gold7 x 5.5 x 1 cm (2 3/4 x 2 3/16 x 3/8 in.)Gift of Aileen and Julian Kassen©
Fibula (Pin)
South Italy, Campania, 4th-3rd Century BC
1947.504goldOverall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
The Imperial Eagle
Italy, Rome, probably Augustan, early 1st Century
1977.13cornelian intaglioDiameter: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Straight Pin
Italy, Etruscan, late 6th Century BC
1978.25gold and glassOverall: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Max RatnerCCCC0
Garment Pin
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.65cast and wrought bronzeOverall: 41.3 x 2 cm (16 1/4 x 13/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Garment Pin
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.66cast and wrought bronzeOverall: 35.9 x 2.3 cm (14 1/8 x 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Garment Pin
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.67cast and wrought bronzeOverall: 37.2 x 2.3 cm (14 5/8 x 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Headdress Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Paracas
1940.510hammered and embossed gold-copper alloyOverall: 5.2 x 4.6 cm (2 1/16 x 1 13/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Headdress Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Paracas
1940.511hammered and embossed gold-copper alloyOverall: 5.2 x 4.6 cm (2 1/16 x 1 13/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Buckle
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1947.610Gilt-silver inlaid with semiprecious stonesDiameter: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Earring
Cambodia, Angkorean Period (877-1431)
1987.71bronzeOverall: 8.3 x 3.5 x 3.2 cm (3 1/4 x 1 3/8 x 1 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Set of Headdress Ornaments
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
2001.179Copper-silver alloy, gilding, kingfisher feathers, glass beadsOverall: 8.1 x 5.1 cm (3 3/16 x 2 in.); Average: 10.3 x 5.4 cm (4 1/16 x 2 1/8 in.); Irregular: 7.2 x 5.1 cm (2 13/16 x 2 in.); Part 1: 21.3 x 29.5 cm (8 3/8 x 11 5/8 in.); Part 2: 10.7 x 12.4 cm (4 3/16 x 4 7/8 in.); Part 3: 7.5 x 3.9 cm (2 15/16 x 1 9/16 in.); Part 4: 8.9 x 8.6 cm (3 1/2 x 3 3/8 in.); Part 5: 8.1 x 8.5 cm (3 3/16 x 3 3/8 in.); Third Section: 11.5 x 2.1 cm (4 1/2 x 13/16 in.); Second Section: 16 x 7.3 cm (6 5/16 x 2 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Howard L. GinavenCCCC0
Seashell (Coquillage) Compact
Jean Schlumberger (French, 1907–1987)
2020.20318 karat goldOverall: 33 x 25.4 x 10.2 cm (13 x 10 x 4 in.)Nancy F. and Joseph P. Keithley Collection Gift©
Modern Cuff Bracelet
Arthur George (Art) Smith, (American, 1917–1982)
2020.91Brass10.2 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm (4 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in.)Gift of Lee and Lili Siegelson©
Ring
Greece or Italy, Rome (?), 1st Century
1916.103goldDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Medallion
India
1916.284silver gilt with rubies and emeraldsDiameter: 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ornament
India
1916.288Gold with green enamel ground, white sapphires, rubies, and pearlsDiameter: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Belt Buckle and Tab
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1009iron with silver overlayOverall: 10.2 x 5.9 cm (4 x 2 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Necklace Figurine Beads
Colombia, 1st-8th century
1954.794cast goldOverall: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.400gold, gilt silver and pearlsDiameter: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Gift of James J. RorimerCCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.401gold, gilt silver and pearlsDiameter: 2.9 cm (1 1/8 in.)Gift of James J. RorimerCCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.402gold, gilt silver and pearlsDiameter: 1.8 cm (11/16 in.)Gift of James J. RorimerCCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.403gold, gilt silver and pearlsDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of James J. RorimerCCCC0
Brooch (Element of Garment Clasp)
France, Paris, late 14th-early15th century
1961.404gold, gilt silver and pearlsDiameter: 1.6 cm (5/8 in.)Gift of James J. RorimerCCCC0
Celt-Shaped Pendant
Costa Rica, Southern Nicoya region, c. 4th century BC - AD 7th century
1972.4jadeiteOverall: 15.2 x 5.4 cm (6 x 2 1/8 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Intaglio with Victory in Chariot
Italy, Roman, 1st-2nd Century
1986.180red jasper in gold mountOverall: 1.6 x 1.9 x 0.5 cm (5/8 x 3/4 x 3/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jean-Luc ChalminCCCC0
Bracelet
Greece, late Hellenistic period
1986.182silverDiameter: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Peacock Ring
Seleucia, Iraq, Parthian Period
1933.191gold and chalcedonyDiameter: 1.8 x 2.3 x 1 cm (11/16 x 7/8 x 3/8 in.)Joint Expeditions-Iraq Excavations FundCCCC0
Shell with Inlaid Feline
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1950.567Spondylus shell with shell, stone, and gold inlayOverall: 7.5 x 7.4 cm (2 15/16 x 2 15/16 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter HelenCCCC0
Bird Beads
Colombia, Muisca style, 10th-16th century
1949.190cast goldGift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness in memory of Mrs. Stephen V. HarknessCCCC0
Necklace Beads in the Form of Fish
India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.39gold repoussé with granulationJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
Pendant in the Shape of a Fish-Tailed Elephant
India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.63goldJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
S-Shaped Fibula
Frankish, 6th century
2007.225silver with garnetsOverall: 2.2 x 2.8 x 0.8 cm (7/8 x 1 1/8 x 5/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
Fragment of a Necklace
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18
1915.15steatite, glass, carnelian, and faienceOverall: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of the British School of Archaeology in EgyptCCCC0
String for Men's Hat
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1921.669WoodOverall: 38 cm (14 15/16 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Cuff
Winifred Mason (American, 1912–1993)
2019.38copper, brass10.2 cm (4 in.)Museum purchase from various donors by exchange©
Fishbone Brooch
Harry Bertoia (American, 1915–1978)
2020.68Hammered sterling silver9.5 x 8.9 cm (3 3/4 x 3 1/2 in.)Jo Hershey Selden Fund©
Earrings (pair)
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 7th century
1947.178gold, pearls, glass, and emeraldsOverall: 10.2 x 4.5 cm (4 x 1 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Carved Tube
Mexico, Oaxaca, Mixtec, 13th-16th century
1949.196boneDiameter: 2.6 cm (1 in.); Overall: 15.1 cm (5 15/16 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Earrings
Syria, Roman, 1st Century BC-1st Century
1985.174gold and garnetDiameter: 2.4 cm (15/16 in.); Overall: 0.5 cm (3/16 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Jerald S. Brodkey in memory of Frederick D. BrodkeyCCCC0
Snail Necklace-Pin (Snail Pin and Necklace Chain)
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1956.113gold and enamelPendant: 6.1 x 2.6 cm (2 3/8 x 1 in.); Chain: 36.9 cm (14 1/2 in.)Silver Jubilee Treasure Fund©
Ring
France
1916.123gold, garnet, and enamelDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Signet Ring
England
1916.125goldDiameter: 1.8 cm (11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1917.1063glassEach bead: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Figurine Plaque
Peru, South Coast, Paracas, 300 BC-AD 200 with modern etched enhancement?
1940.512hammered and embossed gold-copper alloyOverall: 6.8 x 4.2 cm (2 11/16 x 1 5/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Ica Valley?, Paracas, c. 300 BC-AD 100
1940.513hammered and embossed gold-copper alloyOverall: 8.8 x 4.8 cm (3 7/16 x 1 7/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Mandarin Necklace
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
1952.472jade and coral beads, pendants mounted in gold and enamelOverall: 137.2 cm (54 in.)Gift of Helen B. WarnerCCCC0
Pendant Brooch
America
2009.359pink tourmaline, diamonds, gold, platinumOverall: 6 x 3 x 1 cm (2 3/8 x 1 3/16 x 3/8 in.)Bequest of Muriel ButkinCCCC0
Pendant Brooch
Cowell and Hubbard Co. (American, Cleveland, 1879–1981)
2010.237platinum, diamonds, and emeraldsOverall: 3.5 x 5 cm (1 3/8 x 1 15/16 in.)Gift of Muiriel Outten Brockman in memory of William A. and Clara Muir Outten©
Patina Necklace
Arthur George (Art) Smith, (American, 1917–1982)
2019.36silver28.3 x 15.6 x 0.6 cm (11 1/8 x 6 1/8 x 1/4 in.)Museum purchase from various donors by exchange©
Pair of Earrings
Arthur George (Art) Smith, (American, 1917–1982)
2019.37sterling silver11.4 x 7 cm (4 1/2 x 2 3/4 in.)Museum purchase from various donors by exchange©
Ring
Italy, Roman, 2nd Century
1916.101goldDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Crossbow Fibula
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 4th century
1930.225bronze, gilt-bronze, silver, and nielloOverall: 8.6 x 7 cm (3 3/8 x 2 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant: Face in Diamond
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1942.171GoldOverall: 9.2 x 8.9 cm (3 5/8 x 3 1/2 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Collar with Medallion and Pendant
Egypt, Alexandria, Roman, 3rd century
1948.419goldDiameter of central pendant: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.); Chain: 40.7 cm (16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Paul MallonCCCC0
Pendant
Africa, West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, probably Baule-style goldsmith
1952.85GoldOverall: 3.6 x 7.7 cm (1 7/16 x 3 1/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Crossbow Fibula
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 4th century
1955.545bronze, gilt-bronze, silver, and nielloOverall: 9.9 x 5.8 x 3.2 cm (3 7/8 x 2 5/16 x 1 1/4 in.)Gift of Elie BorowskiCCCC0
Spatula with Carved Head
Peru, Wari style (500-900)
1955.57bone with shell inlayOverall: 11.2 x 2.6 cm (4 7/16 x 1 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter HelenCCCC0
Pair of Pendants in the Shape of an Auspicious Symbol
India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC)
1973.61goldJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
Necklace and Nose Ornament
Central Mexico, Teotihuacán, Classic Period
1990.263jadeite-albitite?, goldOverall: 40.3 cm (15 7/8 in.); Each bead: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Necklace
possibly Hungary, Bronze Age, c. 2500-800 BC
1992.68bronze, castOverall: 4.2 x 4.8 x 0.8 cm (1 5/8 x 1 7/8 x 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Parure: Necklace, Pendant, Earrings
England, 19th century
2001.156seed pearl on mother-of-pearlGift of Alexander and Paula KapposCCCC0
Filigree Disk Brooch with Central Boss
Frankish (late Merovingian), 7th century
2007.163gilt silver, copper alloy, glass, almandineOverall: 4.2 x 4.3 x 1.8 cm (1 5/8 x 1 11/16 x 11/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Bow Fibulae
Alemannic, 6th century
2007.221silver gilt and nielloOverall: 7.7 x 4.9 x 2 cm (3 1/16 x 1 15/16 x 13/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
Bow Fibula
Frankish, 6th century
2007.222silver gilt and nielloOverall: 7.7 x 4.5 x 1.1 cm (3 1/16 x 1 3/4 x 7/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
Bow Fibula
Frankish, 6th century
2007.224silver gilt with garnetsOverall: 9.1 x 5.7 x 2.7 cm (3 9/16 x 2 1/4 x 1 1/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
S-Shaped Fibula
Alemannic, 6th century
2007.226silver gilt with garnets and nielloOverall: 2.2 x 1.6 x 0.8 cm (7/8 x 5/8 x 5/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
Belt Buckle
Visigothic, Iberian Peninsula, Migration period, 6th century
2007.227bronze and glassOverall: 14.1 x 8 x 1.4 cm (5 9/16 x 3 1/8 x 9/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
Belt Buckle
Visigothic, Iberian Peninsula, Migration period, 6th century
2007.228bronze and glassOverall: 12.8 x 6.7 x 2.4 cm (5 1/16 x 2 5/8 x 15/16 in.)Gift of Joe HatzenbuehlerCCCC0
Bangle
Fortunato Pio Castellani Firm (Italian)
2009.84gold, micro-mosaic glassDiameter: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Whitehill Art Purchase Endowment FundCCCC0
Pendant:  Krishna as Shri Nathji
Northwestern India, Rajasthan, Nathdwara
1946.257champlevé enamelOverall: 5.2 x 3.9 cm (2 1/16 x 1 9/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Shell Pendant
Mexico, Oaxaca, Mixtec style
1952.86goldOverall: 7.7 x 2.2 cm (3 1/16 x 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Rhinoceros Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1979.35goldOverall: 5.1 x 5.1 cm (2 x 2 in.)In memory of Ann White Kennedy, gift of her family©
Hat Jewel Depicting the Adoration of the Magi
France, 16th century
1938.428enameled goldDiameter: 4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Almond-Shaped Pendant
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 5th-7th Century
1948.24gold, lapis lazuli, garnet, and glassOverall: 5.1 x 2.9 cm (2 x 1 1/8 in.)Grace Rainey Rogers FundCCCC0
Pendant Cross
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1948.711goldOverall: 2.3 x 1.3 cm (7/8 x 1/2 in.)Grace Rainey Rogers FundCCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
P. Herbier (French)
1929.996enameled gold, rock crystal, and a pearlOverall: 5.8 x 3.3 x 1.3 cm (2 5/16 x 1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Ring
Byzantium, 9th century
1937.4gold, filigree and cloisonné enamelOverall: 4.5 x 2.7 x 3.1 cm (1 3/4 x 1 1/16 x 1 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Buckle with Embossed Head in Profile
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 5th-6th Century
1948.23gold, lapis lazuli, and glassOverall: 4.5 x 2.6 cm (1 3/4 x 1 in.)Grace Rainey Rogers FundCCCC0
Lotus Blossom Necklace Terminal
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (1540-1296 BC), reign of Amenhotep III to Akhenaten
1984.176polychrome faience with inlaid and painted decorationOverall: 4.7 x 3.9 x 5 cm (1 7/8 x 1 9/16 x 1 15/16 in.)Gift of Keith P. SmithCCCC0
Chain with Pendant and Two Crosses
Byzantium, Syria?, Byzantine period, early 6th century
1947.35gold with enamel and glassOverall: 16.9 cm (6 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pectoral Ornament
Mexico, Guerrero, Ichcatiopan, Mixtec or Aztec style
1983.190gold, jadeiteOverall: 8 x 7.2 cm (3 1/8 x 2 13/16 in.)Gift of James C. Gruener in memory of his wife, Florence Crowell GruenerCCCC0
Pair of Ear Flare Frontals
Peru, North Coast, Paramonga(?), Chimú style (900-1470)
1938.429hammered gold alloyDiameter: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.); Overall: 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Chain with Two Pendants and a Cross
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1946.260gold with granulation and a garnetOverall: 45.8 cm (18 1/16 in.); Part 1: 2.6 x 2.6 cm (1 x 1 in.); Part 2: 2.8 x 2 cm (1 1/8 x 13/16 in.); Part 3: 2 x 1.2 cm (13/16 x 1/2 in.)Dudley P. Allen Fund and the Elisabeth Severance Prentiss FundCCCC0
Cross-Shaped Clock
Urban Hörle (German)
1929.997gilt copper, steel, and rock crystalOverall: 6.7 x 4.2 x 1.3 cm (2 5/8 x 1 5/8 x 1/2 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Necklace
India
1927.4Gold filigree and granulationOverall: 63.5 cm (25 in.); Cord: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. Marianne Morgan Henry in memory of Reverend and Mrs. Y. P. MorganCCCC0
Eagle-Shaped Fibula
Frankish, Migration period, 6th century
1918.926bronze with traces of gilding and silver, and garnetsOverall: 2.6 x 1.3 x 0.8 cm (1 x 1/2 x 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Eagle-Shaped Fibula
Frankish, Migration period, 6th century
1918.928bronze with traces of gilding and silver, and garnetsOverall: 2.9 x 1.3 x 0.8 cm (1 1/8 x 1/2 x 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Ornamental Brooch
Gallo-Roman or Romano-British, Migration period, 2nd-3rd century
1930.239bronze and enamelOverall: 3.9 x 3.8 x 1.9 cm (1 9/16 x 1 1/2 x 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Fibula (Pin)
Italy, Etruscan, 4th Century BC
1974.17goldOverall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Fibula
Frankish, Migration period, 6th century
1975.109silver with garnetsOverall: 11 x 6 x 1.6 cm (4 5/16 x 2 3/8 x 5/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Cloak Clasp
House of Fabergé (Russian, 1842–1918) and 1 other
2022.110aquamarine, half pearl bezel, oyster guilloché enamel, silverOverall: 1.3 x 14 x 5.7 cm (1/2 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/4 in.)Gift of the Hiller-Borneman CollectionCCCC0
Hat Jewel
France, mid-16th century
1949.377enameled goldDiameter: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant Earring
Seleucia, Iraq, Parthian Period
1933.193gold with garnet and pearlsOverall: 3.8 x 2.9 x 1.3 cm (1 1/2 x 1 1/8 x 1/2 in.)Joint Expeditions-Iraq Excavations FundCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.502gold with gray and black polished stone beadsOverall: 69.8 cm (27 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.503goldOverall: 71.2 cm (28 1/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Mexico, Oaxaca, Mixtec, 13th-16th century
1945.123gold, shell, turquoiseOverall: 49 cm (19 5/16 in.); Pendant: 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Ring: Coiled Snake on a Ball
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1951.320GoldOverall: 4.5 x 3 x 2.3 cm (1 3/4 x 1 3/16 x 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
Pair of Figure in Flower Ornaments
Mexico, Yucatán, Jaina Island region, Campeche, Maya style (250-900)
1967.155earthenware with slipDiameter: 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James B. Wadhams in memory of Miss Helen HumphreysCCCC0
Pair of Bracelets
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.177Copper alloyGift of Katherine C. White©
Pendant with Two-Armed Blue Deity on a Lotus with Nagas (serpent...
Nepal, Kathmandu Valley
1915.341gold with lapis lazuli and turquoiseOverall: 6.1 x 4.9 cm (2 3/8 x 1 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Locket
Germany, 16th century
1950.371gilt copperOverall: 15.4 x 12 x 4.5 cm (6 1/16 x 4 3/4 x 1 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Petal-Shaped Beads
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III
1919.618faienceOverall: 3 x 1 cm (1 3/16 x 3/8 in.)Gift of Robert M. ParmeleeCCCC0
Chain with Pendant Cross
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
1947.34gold, glass, pearl, garnet, and sapphireOverall: 28.6 cm (11 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Chain with Pendant Cross
Byzantium, 6th century
1947.38gold, sapphire, and glassOverall: 71 cm (27 15/16 in.); Part 1: 5.6 x 3.7 cm (2 3/16 x 1 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Hair Ringlets with Ram Head
Greece, Hellenistic period
1968.102goldOverall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Buckle
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.617white jadeOverall: 5.8 x 10.8 cm (2 5/16 x 4 1/4 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.622Brass, gilt and engraved and set with jade, kunzite, and ruby or spinelOverall: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Buckle
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.629brassOverall: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Bracelet
Central Panama, (Sitio Conte?), Conte Style, 5th century
1951.154gold and shellOverall: 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)Thirty-fifth anniversary gift in recognition of work done by Dr. Samuel K. Lothrop, The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Pendant with Granulation
Byzantium, 10th century
1953.633goldOverall: 3.7 x 3.5 cm (1 7/16 x 1 3/8 in.)Gift of Rosamond ZverinaCCCC0
Fibula in the Form of a Recumbent Stag
Northeastern Europe, 5th century
1986.205bronze with glass inlayOverall: 3.1 x 4.8 cm (1 1/4 x 1 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Armlet of bazuband
India, Punjab, 18th-19th Century
1916.268gold, encrusted enamel and gemsOverall: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Headdress Ornament
Peru, South Coast, Paracas, 3rd-2nd Century BC
1938.432hammered and embossed gold-copper alloyOverall: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.499coralOverall: 75 cm (29 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.500jadeiteOverall: 63.6 cm (25 1/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.501pink quartz, amethyst, gold and turquoiseOverall: 83.8 cm (33 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.504gold with gray and black polished stone beadsOverall: 79.4 cm (31 1/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.505polished stone beadsOverall: 75 cm (29 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1940.506polished stone beadsOverall: 120 cm (47 1/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.546white jadeDiameter: 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.); Overall: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.609matrix and crystalOverall: 11.2 cm (4 7/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Beads
Central Colombia, Muisca Style?, 10th-16th century
1950.566hammered goldOverall: 34.3 cm (13 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. A. S. IngallsCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.172polished stone beadsOverall: 85.1 cm (33 1/2 in.); Pendant: 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Medallion, beads, and spindle whorls
Central Andes, North Coast, Chimú (medallion)
1951.173bronze, copper, silverDiameter: 6.4 x 0.8 cm (2 1/2 x 5/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Pendant
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pende, 19th century
1976.189ivoryOverall: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.)Given in memory of Dr. Thomas Munro by his childrenCCCC0
Pendant with Reverse Intaglio of the Anastasis
Byzantium, late 6th century
1983.209rock crystal, with gold mount and chainPart 1: 4.2 x 3.3 cm (1 5/8 x 1 5/16 in.); Part 2: 25.8 cm (10 3/16 in.)Gift of Dr. Norman Zaworski in honor of Mr. and Mrs. William D. WixomCCCC0
Earring
Cambodia
1984.63bronzeOverall: 6.4 x 3.7 cm (2 1/2 x 1 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Somebody's Luggage (Miniature Wedding Album of Tom Thumb and Lavinia...
Mathew Brady (American, 1823–1896)
2015.51brass photographic locket with 12 miniature albumen printsOverall: 2.7 x 2 x 1 cm (1 1/16 x 13/16 x 3/8 in.); Each: 2.3 x 2 cm (7/8 x 13/16 in.)Gift of Herbert Ascherman, Jr.CCCC0
Ring
Oman
1916.377silverDiameter: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Earring
Cyprus, 5th Century BC
1916.131gold and agateDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Belt Plate
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1007iron with silver overlayOverall: 5.2 x 4.8 x 2 cm (2 1/16 x 1 7/8 x 13/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Disk Ornament
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1008iron with silver overlayOverall: 3.6 x 0.6 cm (1 7/16 x 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Buckle
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1011iron with silver overlayOverall: 4.6 x 1.9 cm (1 13/16 x 3/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Belt Plate
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1919.1013iron with silver overlayOverall: 4 x 4.8 cm (1 9/16 x 1 7/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Finger Ring
Greece, 4th Century (?), or later
1963.98silverDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.); Bezel: 0.8 x 1.4 cm (5/16 x 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Fibula
Anglo-Saxon, Migration period, 6th century
1980.3gilt bronzeOverall: 14 x 7.7 cm (5 1/2 x 3 1/16 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Finger Ring with Figure of Nike
Greece, 4th Century BC
1985.66goldDiameter: 1.7 cm (11/16 in.); Bezel: 2.2 x 2 cm (7/8 x 13/16 in.)Gift of Jeremy MerrinCCCC0
Clasp
Palestine, Ramallah
1916.474silverOverall: 12.7 cm (5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pair of Bangles
India, Sunga Period (185-72 BC)
1973.64gilt bronzeJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
Ring
Cambodia
1944.71goldDiameter: 2.2 cm (7/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Ring
Cambodia
1944.73gold with moonstone and rubiesDiameter: 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China
1947.550green and white jadeDiameter: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.); Overall: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Pendant Brooch
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
2010.464gold and agateChord: 41 cm (16 1/8 in.); Brooch: 3.5 x 4.5 x 1.3 cm (1 3/8 x 1 3/4 x 1/2 in.)Gift from the Ruth and Sherman Lee Collection©
Chatelaine Watch
Switzerland
1918.826metal and enamelOverall: 16.5 cm (6 1/2 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Buckle
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1918.929bronze and silver overlayOverall: 8.3 x 3.9 cm (3 1/4 x 1 9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Buckle
Hunnish, Migration Period
1930.226bronze, traces of gilding, and garnetsOverall: 5.8 x 4.4 cm (2 5/16 x 1 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Crescent-Shaped Pendant
Byzantium, Constantinople?, Byzantine period, 11th century
1946.428gold filigree with cloisonné enamelOverall: 3.1 x 3.2 cm (1 1/4 x 1 1/4 in.)Grace Rainey Rogers FundCCCC0
Set of Pendants Ending in a Bull's Head
India, Sunga Period (185-72 BC)
1973.53gold repoussé with granulationJohn L. Severance FundCCCC0
Fibula
Ostrogothic, Migration period, 6th century
1975.108gilt silver and garnetsOverall: 13.4 cm (5 1/4 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Earrings (pair)
Ostrogothic, Migration period, 5th century
1975.48gold with garnetsOverall: 3.5 x 3.4 x 1.2 cm (1 3/8 x 1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. John R. McKayCCCC0
Turban ornament
Java
1916.196silver and topazOverall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.); Pin: 17.6 cm (6 15/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Bracelet
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1916.538Ivory and wireDiameter: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.); Overall: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
String of Glass Beads
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910)
1917.1064glassGift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Pendant: Cross Form with Bird
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1942.170GoldOverall: 5.8 x 3.3 cm (2 5/16 x 1 5/16 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial Fund©
Pin with Yarn Figure
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style?, Nasca style?, 100 BC-AD 650
1946.76wood, yarn, paintOverall: 12.6 cm (4 15/16 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.544white jadeDiameter: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.); Overall: 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.545white jadeOverall: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.547green and white jadeDiameter: 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.); Overall: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.548white and green jadeDiameter: 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.); Overall: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.549green and white jadeDiameter: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.); Overall: 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Thumb Ring
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)
1947.551green and white jadeDiameter: 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in.); Overall: 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1949.560silver and turquoiseThe Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.163silverOverall: 47 cm (18 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.164bone and blue beadsOverall: 61 cm (24 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.165bone and beadsOverall: 71.2 cm (28 1/16 in.); Pendant: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.166turquoise and stoneOverall: 75 cm (29 1/2 in.); Pendant: 3.9 x 5 cm (1 9/16 x 1 15/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.167gray beads and woodOverall: 68.6 cm (27 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.168black stone beadsOverall: 57.2 cm (22 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.169turquoise and stoneOverall: 66 cm (26 in.); Pendant: 7.6 cm (3 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.170bone and beadsOverall: 63.6 cm (25 1/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.171bone and beadsOverall: 58.4 cm (23 in.); Pendant: 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.174turquoise beads and boneOverall: 67.4 cm (26 9/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.175silver and turquoiseOverall: 63.6 cm (25 1/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1951.176polished stone beadsOverall: 48.2 cm (19 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Ring: Cannon Flanked by Two Birds
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1951.321GoldOverall: 2.3 cm (7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
Pendant: Rectangular Pendant
Africa, West Africa, Ghana, Asante goldsmith
1951.322GoldOverall: 4.4 x 1.5 x 1.5 cm (1 3/4 x 9/16 x 9/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
Bird Pendant (Buzzard or Vulture?)
Costa Rica, Atlantic Watershed region, 3rd century BC - AD 6th century
1954.148jadeiteOverall: 4.3 x 3 x 4.9 cm (1 11/16 x 1 3/16 x 1 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Lotus Necklace and Pair of Earrings Set
Linda Macneil (American, b. 1954)
2001.155glass and goldAnonymous gift in honor of Ann Friedman©
Earring with Openwork
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 7th-9th Century
1916.122gold with a rock crystal beadOverall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Brooch
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1918.932bronze and silver overlayDiameter: 3.2 cm (1 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Buckle
Ostrogothic, Migration period, 6th century
1930.228bronze and garnetsOverall: 12.1 x 5.9 cm (4 3/4 x 2 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Nose Ornament
Colombia, Sinú style, 5th-11th century
1954.588hammered goldOverall: 2.1 x 4 x 1.8 cm (13/16 x 1 9/16 x 11/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Hoffman Philip in memory of her late husband, the honorable Hoffman PhilipCCCC0
Nose Ornament
Colombia, Sinú style, 5th-11th century
1954.589hammered goldOverall: 2.1 x 4.3 x 1.9 cm (13/16 x 1 11/16 x 3/4 in.)Gift of Mrs. Hoffman Philip in memory of her late husband, the honorable Hoffman PhilipCCCC0
Buckle
Frankish(?), Migration period, 6th century
1975.106brassOverall: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Buckle
Frankish, Migration period, 7th century
1975.107bronze and silver overlayOverall: 18.6 cm (7 5/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Ibex Bracelet Terminal
Iran, Achaemenian, 5th Century BC
1985.181gold, solid castOverall: 1.9 x 0.9 x 1.4 cm (3/4 x 3/8 x 9/16 in.)Gift of Keith P. SmithCCCC0
Nefertem Amulet
Lebanon, Syro-Phoenicia
1985.78gold, lost-wax, solid castOverall: 3.9 x 1.2 x 1.7 cm (1 9/16 x 1/2 x 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pendant
House of Fabergé (Russian, 1842–1918) and 1 other
2022.114amethyst, guilloché enamel, diamondsOverall: 2.5 cm (1 in.)Gift of the Hiller-Borneman CollectionCCCC0
Necklace with Gemstones
Byzantium, early Byzantine period, 6th century
861.1979gold with amethyst, sapphire, feldspar beads, and pearlsLent by Anne Rorimer©
Dragon Fly Brooch
René Lalique (French, 1860–1945)
1964.448gold with plique-a-jour and cloisonne enamelsOverall: 7.7 x 9.7 cm (3 1/16 x 3 13/16 in.)Roberta Holden Bole Fund©
Engraved Egg Watch
Denis Martinot (French) and 1 other
1929.994silver, steel, and rock crystalOverall: 7.4 x 4.8 x 3.2 cm (2 15/16 x 1 7/8 x 1 1/4 in.)Gift of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Ring: Gazelle Eating Thicket
Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III to Akhenaten
1992.51polychrome faience (yellow and purple)Diameter: 2.5 cm (1 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Cross Pendant
Frances Barnum (American) and 1 other
1996.290silver, enamel, amethyst, pearlsOverall: 40.4 cm (15 7/8 in.); Cross: 8.7 x 6.1 cm (3 7/16 x 2 3/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Pendant
Continental, 18th century
1918.825metal and enamelOverall: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Fragment Ring
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1987.164goldDiameter: 1.3 x 2.5 cm (1/2 x 1 in.)Gift of Richard S. Cole©
Repoussé Gold Clasp
Europe, 13th century
1948.19repousé gold Average: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.)Grace Rainey Rogers FundCCCC0
Pendant with Virgin and Child with Saints and Saint John the Evangelist
Italy, late 16th century
1959.337enameled gold with pearls and emeraldsOverall: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Openwork Spacer Bead
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 21 (1069-945 BC) - 22 (945-715 BC)
1916.661turquoise faienceOverall: 2.5 x 0.7 cm (1 x 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Necklace
Greece, 2nd Century BC
1928.234gold, moonstone, garnet, emerald, cornelian, baroque pearl, and banded agateOverall: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)Gift of Mrs. John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Necklace with Swivel Pendant and Bracelet Set
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1951.121silverPart 1: 6.1 x 3.9 cm (2 3/8 x 1 9/16 in.); Part 2: 36.9 cm (14 1/2 in.)Gift of The Cleveland Art Association©
Gorget
Tibet, 18th century
1915.336silverOverall: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.); Chain: 13.7 cm (5 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ring in the Form of Six Fishes
India, Jaipur, 18th century
1916.118gold, enamel and gemsDiameter: 1.6 cm (5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Jeweled Necklace and Pendant
India, Delhi in the Punjab
1916.287gold, enamel and gemsPendant: 5.2 x 5.8 cm (2 1/16 x 2 5/16 in.); Chain: 28 cm (11 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Miniature Ring
France, 19th century
1916.359miniature mounted in goldOverall: 3.1 x 1.6 cm (1 1/4 x 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Bird Ornament
North coast of Peru, Cupisnique Style, 9th-6th Century BC
1946.230shell with stone inlayOverall: 3.9 x 3.9 cm (1 9/16 x 1 9/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Bracelet
India, Mughal, Rajasthan, Jaipur, 18th century
1966.516Gold, emeralds, diamonds, and enamelOverall: 4 cm (1 9/16 in.)Bequest of Anne Jessop SmithCCCC0
Locket
Alexis Falize (French, 1811–1898) and 1 other
1979.11gold and cloisonné enamelOverall: 5.4 x 3.1 cm (2 1/8 x 1 1/4 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Necklace with Three Pendants
Greece, Roman Empire, 1st to 2nd century AD
1947.506gold, amethyst, and berylOverall: 53 cm (20 7/8 in.); Diameter of central pendant: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.); Diameter of side pendants: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Pendant with Pelican
Germany, early 17th century
1959.336enameled gold with rubies, emeralds, diamonds, and pearlsOverall: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Ear Plug
India, Bengal (?)
1916.108gold with emeralds and rubies, and a topazDiameter: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Hair pendant
India
1916.236silverOverall: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Wristlet
India, Punjab (?)
1916.267silver gilt with semiprecious stones and enamelOverall: 3.2 cm (1 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Armlet
India
1916.274silver gilt with semiprecious stones and enamelOverall: 19.8 x 1.6 cm (7 13/16 x 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pair of Earrings
Uzbekistan
1916.278silver gilt with pearls, gold beads and crystalGift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Set of Rings
India
1916.289Gold with white, green, and red enamel; rubies, emeralds, clear quartz, and pearlsDiameter: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ring
India, Mughal
1944.68Gold, emerald, glass, silver foil, and enamelDiameter: 2.3 cm (7/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Ring
India, Mughal, 18th century
1944.69Gold, colored glass, and enamelDiameter: 2.3 cm (7/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Necklace
Peru
1945.118polished stone beadsGift of John WiseCCCC0
Sidelocks and Elements of Wig Decoration
Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12
1914.795Electrum (?) over a calcite gesso; silverAverage: 1 cm (3/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Neck Ring
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.173Copper alloyGift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Bracelet
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.174Copper alloyGift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Bracelet
Africa, Central Africa, Gabon, Fang-style maker
1976.175Copper alloyGift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Bracelet
Equatorial Africa, Gabon, Fang
1976.176Copper alloyGift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Necklace with Lotus Pendants
Egypt, elements of various periods, but arrangement is modern
1916.651blue faience and glassOverall: 37 cm (14 9/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ring with Aegis of Nepthys
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 22
1916.659turquoise faienceDiameter: 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.); Overall: 2.5 cm (1 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.606brass gilt wire work set with rose quartz and jadeOverall: 10.6 cm (4 3/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.633gilt brass, engraved and set with green jade and rose quartzOverall: 8.4 cm (3 5/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.637silver gilt, engraved and set with green jade and rose quartzOverall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Buckle
China
1947.647Brass, engraved and set with pink glass and jadeOverall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Bequest of Cornelia Blakemore WarnerCCCC0
Frog Ornament
Peru, Moche, 1st-9th Century
1955.178shell, stone, goldOverall: 3.6 x 10.7 x 10.6 cm (1 7/16 x 4 3/16 x 4 3/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy, Florence (?)
1970.93silverOverall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Crab Ring
John Paul Miller (American, 1918–2013)
1987.165goldDiameter: 1.3 x 2.5 cm (1/2 x 1 in.)Gift of Richard S. Cole©
Set of Gold Jewelry
Potter and Mellen, Inc. (American) and 1 other
1992.184gold set with topaz and pearlsOverall: 2.3 x 2 cm (7/8 x 13/16 in.)Gift in memory of Mrs. A. P. Coombe©
Fan
René Lalique (French, 1860–1945)
2009.79mother-of-pearl, gold, silkOpen and extended: 21.5 x 37 x 1.8 cm (8 7/16 x 14 9/16 x 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
Charm Case Pair
Tibet, 19th century
1915.349gold with jewelsOverall: 7.1 x 7.1 cm (2 13/16 x 2 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Bracelet
India
1916.231silverDiameter: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Earring (?)
India
1916.232silverOverall: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Anklet
India
1916.238silverDiameter: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ear Studs and Chains
India
1916.239silverOverall: 28 cm (11 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Watch
Germany, 17th century
1916.322gilded metalOverall: 5.3 x 4.5 cm (2 1/16 x 1 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Watchcase (Boîtier de montre)
France, 17th century
1916.348gold and enamelDiameter: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Bracelets
Bulgaria, 18th-19th century
1916.371silverDiameter: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Toe-ring
India
1916.389silverDiameter: 1.8 cm (11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Set of Buttons
Hungary
1916.627metal and enamelGift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade©
Pendant
Greece
1916.663goldOverall: 1.6 cm (5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ring
India, Mughal Dynasty (1526-1756)
1944.67Gold, colored glass, rubies, and enamelDiameter: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Necklace of Insect(?) Beads
Colombia, Malagana region, 4th century BC - 4th century AD
1948.476cast gold, turquoise, shell (modern stringing)Overall: 43.2 cm (17 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter HelenCCCC0
Fibula
Italy
1970.101bronzeOverall: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy, Etruscan, late 8th Century BC
1970.106bronzeOverall: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Fibula
Italy
1970.108bronzeOverall: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Fibula
Classical, Poland (?)
1970.110bronzeOverall: 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy, Etruscan, 10th-8th century BC
1970.84bronzeOverall: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Fibula
Italy, Etruscan, late 6th Century BC
1970.89bronzeOverall: 8.5 cm (3 3/8 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Boat-Shaped Fibula
Italy
1970.92bronzeOverall: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.)Bequest of Eugene Robison MilesCCCC0
Pendant in the Form of a Boar
Italy, Etruscan, 5th Century BC
1978.124amberOverall: 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Max RatnerCCCC0
Pendant Watch with Chain
Switzerland
1979.116platinum, enamel with diamonds and pearlsPart 1: 4.2 x 2.6 cm (1 5/8 x 1 in.); Part 2: 22.9 cm (9 in.)Gift of Mrs. Edward Stotter in memory of Gloria Stotter©