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Sword pommel

5th–6th century

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Title: Sword pommel
Date Created: 5th–6th century
Physical Dimensions: H. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm); W. 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm); D. 3/8 in. (1cm)
Type: Sword pommel
External Link: http://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/60128
Medium: Gilt bronze
Repository: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Culture: Japan

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