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Pair of Earplugs

3rd quarter 19th century (made)
Place of origin

Each is the same green, hollowed out ear ornament.


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Earplug
  • Earplug
Materials and techniques
Green jasper. Cut, shaped and polished.
Brief description
A pair of Burmese green jasper nga-daung (earplugs), Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885), ca. 3rd quarter 19th century.
Physical description
Each is the same green, hollowed out ear ornament.
Dimensions
  • Length: 3cm
  • At narrowest point diameter: 2cm
Style
Other number
10,135 - India Museum Slip Book
Collection
Accession number
03155A/(IS)

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Record createdJanuary 18, 2000
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