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Pendants
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Worn either as earrings or pendants from a crown, these double-sided, symmetrical jeweled assemblages each feature a fish as the central ornament. The pair of fish is one of a set of eight auspicious symbols known in Indian art for more than two millennia. As creatures of the waters that are essential for life, they betoken fertility and abundance—attributes of an ideal ruler.
| Artist / Maker | India, Delhi |
|---|---|
| Date | 1800s |
| Culture / Origin | India, Delhi |
| Medium | Gilt silver with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, pearls, and enamel |
| Department | Indian and Southeast Asian Art |
| Type | Jewelry |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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