óc Eo Culture, Mekong Delta, 3rd – 7th century. Cast in solid gold, symmetrically shaped with round cross-sections and opposing flat ends in a tapering oval shape, known as the ‘open oval’.
Condition: Very good condition, commensurate with age, showing extensive patina Provenance: A private owner, acquired from the collection of Dr. Istvan Zelnik several years ago.
Weight: 11.9 g in total. Dimensions: Size 2.3 x 1.6 cm and 1.7 x 1.7 cm.
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content (24K): Weight 6.7 g in total. ?