Polyhedral Bead

DateEastern Han dynasty, 25–220

PeriodEastern Han dynasty (25–220)

MediumGold

DimensionsObject size: diameter 1/2 inches, weight 10.9 g

Credit LinePurchase with funds provided by the Christian A. Johnson Memorial Art Acquisition Fund and the Barbara P. and Robert P. ’64 Youngman Asian Art Acquisition Fund

Object number2020.004.1

Curatorial DepartmentAsian Art

_Place of OriginChina, Asia

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