Post-Medieval — Late 16th century - early 17th century
Heart-shaped cabochon of malachite azurite
Malachite/Azurite heart-shaped cabochon with a flat back. Part of the Cheapside Hoard.
- Category:
- Post-Medieval
- Object ID:
- A14275
- Object name:
- Heart-shaped cabochon of malachite azurite
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- Production date:
- late 16th century - early 17th century
- Material:
malachite azurite (aggregate, copper carbonate, crystal system - monoclinic)
- Measurements/duration:
- L 20.9 mm, W 18.5 mm, T 5.7 mm, WT 22.46 carats, (malachite) RI 1.655-1.909, SG 3.75-3.95, Mohs 3½-4), (azurite) RI 1.730-1.838, SG 3.7-3.9
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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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