An Islamic Gold Pendant, ca. 10th century CE Seals - Cylinder showing clear signs of use

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An Islamic Gold Pendant, ca. 10th century CE Seals - Cylinder showing clear signs of useThis elegant pendant is made using box sheet construction, resulting in a light yet durable diamond shaped piece that tapers into double granules at both the top and bottom. At the center is a raised, domed boss surrounded by tightly wound spiral filigree that resembles stylized foliage. The refined wirework and balanced geometry are typical of high quality Islamic goldwork from the early medieval era, during which jewelers favored intricate filigree