4 sided pyramidal form with beaded filigree disguising the joins. Each side decorated with matching design of 5 garnets. Each corner contains a teardrop garnet. The stones are of exceptional quality.
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Title of artwork, date
Pyramidal Strap Mount, 600–650
Date supported
2000
Medium and material
Gold, garnet, copper alloy matrix
Dimensions
2 cm
Grant
10000
Total cost
18000
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