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Precious stone: O.36-1951

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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Description

Lapis lazuli engraved with the name 'Vishnuladha' in gold letters. Gupta period.

Notes

History note: Obtained in Peshawai

Legal notes

Given by Major General H. L. Haughton

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1951-10-18) by Haughton, H.L. Major-General

Dating

Production date: circa AD 400

Materials used in production

Lapis lazuli

Techniques used in production

Engraving

Identification numbers

Accession number: O.36-1951
Primary reference Number: 206673
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 13 August 2015 Updated: Thursday 13 August 2015 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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