Egypt, Third Intermediate (1069–715 BCE), Dynasties 21–22 / 1069–715 BCE
Pendant
The Cleveland Museum of Art catalogs Pendant as jewelry (Egypt, Third Intermediate (1069–715 BCE), Dynasties 21–22 · 1069–715 BCE).
Turquoise is pretty but it was also thought to bring good luck.
A CLOSER LOOK
The museum identifies this jewelry as gold and turquoise.
The museum's collection notes: The rich gold and beautiful turquoise of this pendant make this piece of jewelry a visual delight. At the lower half one notices the fine braiding detail. The extravagant materials suggest it was made for a wealthy individual.
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