Post-Medieval — Late 16th century - early 17th century
Ovoid emerald bead
Slightly flattened piriform emerald bead. The source of the emerald is Muzo, Colombia. Part of the Cheapside Hoard.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- A14098
- Object name:
- Ovoid emerald bead
- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- late 16th century - early 17th century
- Material:
emerald (beryl group, aluminium berylium silicate, crystal system - hexagonal/ trigonal)
- Measurements/duration:
- L 12 mm, W (max) 8 mm, WT 1.38g, RI 1.576-1.582, SG 2.67-2.78, Mohs 7½-8
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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