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1994-11-29
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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.