Beads
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Beads

TitleBeads
Date7th century or earlier 7th century
MediumGlass and crystal
ClassificationJewelry
OriginJapan Japan
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineRogers Fund, 1912
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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