Title
Pendant
Year/Period
Early-mid 20th century
Region
Straits Settlements
Dimension
Object size: 2.3 x 4.0 x 0.7 cm
Accession No.
2002-00636-001
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. Edmond Chin
Nonyas (Peranakan women) were fond of jewellery, which was worn as a display of wealth especially on ceremonial occasions, such as this pendant, which was part of a set of two pendants. Some of the most exquisite jewellery was for use during the Peranakan wedding ceremony. Aside from rings, their accessories include necklaces, bracelets, anklets, earrings, belts and buckles, 'kerosang' (set of brooches on blouse) and hairpins.
