Pre-Columbian, Panama, ca. 1000 to 1500 CE. A beautiful gold nose ring possibly with a copper core created by the ancients of Panama, captivating for its brilliant shimmer and hue, as well as a form that demonstrates sophisticated gold working technique and artistry. In the Pre-Columbian world gold jewelry not only represented the wearer's elite social status, but also had sacred connotations as the yellow hues were associated with the sun and the celestial realm. Nose rings or narigureas were among the most important pieces of jewelry. Size: 1.125" W (2.9 cm); 7.6 grams

This piece was XRF tested, and the measured depth tested with 88% gold content which amounts to 20K+. It may have a copper core.

Provenance: ex Perez collection, Venezuela; acquired from Kent Bond Gallery

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#130243

Some surface wear with scuffs to the gilding in places, but overall very good.