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Gold Rings

unknownSilla, 5th century

Gyeongju National Museum

Gyeongju National Museum
Gyeongju-si, South Korea

The gold rings unearthed from Geumgwanchong (Gold Crown Tomb) are classified into three types: the first type was made with a wide rhombus top and a notched band affixed to decorate its center; the second type was made with a rhombus top without any notable decoration; and the third type features an even ring-width with an engraved grid pattern, being relatively thin compared to other types.

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  • Title: Gold Rings
  • Creator: unknown
  • Date Created: Silla, 5th century
  • Location: Geumgwanchong Tomb in Noseo-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province, Korea
  • Type: metal work
  • Rights: Gyeongju National Museum
  • Medium: D 2.0cm
Gyeongju National Museum

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