Silver Spoon
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Silver Spoon

TitleSilver Spoon
Datemid-6th–mid-7th century 6th century
MediumSilver, niello, traces of gilding
ClassificationMetalwork-Silver
OriginByzantine Byzantine
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit linePurchase, John C. Weber Gift, in honor of Helen C. Evans, 2005
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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