Gilt Copper Belt Buckle 
Inlaid with Ruby and 
Sapphire
Ch'ing Dynasty (A.D. 1644-
1911)
Length        12.1cm
       This   belt   buckle 
consists of two oval clasps,
the one inlaid with a ruby 
having a hook shaped like a
dragon's head, while the one
inlaid with a sapphire has
a ring to fit over it. The
underside  incorporates  a 
pin. Each gemstone setting
is decorated with a pattern
of linked pearl motifs and
cloud motifs, with a floral
pattern etched into the side.