The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of June 11, 2026

A silver neckpiece features an open circular band with a thick, ornamented base. At its center, geometric diamonds contain four circular indents, flanked by symmetrical sections of cross-hatched and ridged textures. Long segments of diagonal, feathered patterns transition into smooth, tapering rods that terminate in outward-curled loops. The design highlights rhythmic, hand-stamped details across the solid metal form, which narrows from its decorated center toward the functional ends.

Neckpiece

1800s

India

silver
Diameter: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.)
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.190
Location: Not on view
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https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1916.190