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William Clarke

William Clarke writes for the Jewels & Gemstones department at Matchless Pieces, covering the history, makers and collecting of jewels & gemstones.

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william.clarke@matchlesspieces.com
Deity Earring with Vishnu on Garuda (front) and chepu (monster mask) (back) — Nepal, Kathmandu Valley

Deity Earring with Vishnu on Garuda (front) and chepu (monster mask) (back)

October 10, 2026Petal-Shaped Bead — Anonymous, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)

Petal-Shaped Bead

October 10, 2026Cross-Shaped Clock — Urban Hörle

Cross-Shaped Clock

October 10, 2026Clasp Set with Semiprecious Stones — Anonymous, Byzantine period

Clasp Set with Semiprecious Stones

October 10, 2026Celt-Shaped Pendant — Costa Rica, Southern Nicoya region

Celt-Shaped Pendant

October 10, 2026Necklace Figurine Bead — Colombia

Necklace Figurine Bead

October 10, 2026Pendant — Anonymous, Luba-style maker

Pendant

October 10, 2026Bird Bead — Colombia, Muisca style

Bird Bead

October 10, 2026Necklace Bead and Pair of Pendants in the Shape of an Auspicious Symbol — Anonymous, Shunga period (185–78 BCE)

Necklace Bead and Pair of Pendants in the Shape of an Auspicious Symbol

October 10, 2026Pendant — Anonymous, Dynasty 25

Pendant

October 10, 2026

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