Pair of ear ornaments with bird motif

This pair of ear ornaments fare in the form of birds. Both men and women wore ear ornaments and they had their earlobes pierced. Although India-derived symbols were used in Javanese jewellery during this period of time, the nature of that interaction between indigenous and Indian culture remains a subject of debate. Besides jewellery, gold was also used to make religious items during this period.

See related items

Ring with decorated band and vertical motif

Ornament with red stone on vertical motif

Ornament with stones on hoop and decorated vertical motif

Pair of ear ornaments