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Necklace
Necklace

Necklace

Place of OriginPunjab state, India, former kingdom of Nabha
Date1890-1915
MaterialsGold, gemstones, and pearls
DimensionsH. 10 in x Diam. 8 in, H. 25.4 cm x Diam. 20.3 cm
Credit LineGift of Mr. T.S. Khanna and Mrs. Jogi Khanna, M.D. in memory of grandfather, Sardar Sahib Dr. Sewa Singh, Chief Minister (1906-1916) of Maharaja Hira Singh of Nabha State, Punjab, India
Object number2011.12
DepartmentSouth Asian Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
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An emerald ring worn by Maharaja Ranjit Singh (below) and this necklace, worn by a high official at a later Sikh court, suggest the importance of costly adornments to underline the power and status of rulers and their officials.