Gold Earrings

unknownSilla, 5th century

Gyeongju National Museum
Gyeongju-si, South Korea

For the central decoration of earrings, a flattened gold plate is rolled into a round shape and inserted along with green glass beads. A heart-shaped spangle was attached at the bottom of the centerpiece decoration. Overall, these earrings are simple in structure, but the glass beads in between enhance the decorative effect.

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Title: Gold Earrings
Creator: unknown
Date Created: Silla, 5th century
Location: Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province, Korea
Type: metal work
Rights: Gyeongju National Museum
Medium: L 8.9㎝

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