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Earplug

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

Each is the same reddish brown tube like ear ornament.


Object details

Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Earplug
  • Earplug
Materials and techniques
Amber. Cut, shaped and polished.
Brief description
Burmese amber nga-daung (earplugs), Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885), ca. 3rd quarter 19th century.
Physical description
Each is the same reddish brown tube like ear ornament.
Dimensions
  • Length: 5.7cm
Style
Production
Previously attributed to Assam but re-attributed to Burma from Kachin State.
Collection
Accession number
1031A-1874

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Record createdJanuary 17, 2000
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