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Rock Crystal Box 18th century This intimately-sized container, carved from rock crystal, has gold inlay and is inset with rubies. While the original use of this object remains unknown, a similar piece in the collection, made in the same technique but without the hinge, was likely used as a perfume or lime container. Small precious objects were highly valued in Mughal court culture, as they were exchanged as gifts between nobles.. Rock Crystal Box. 18th century. Rock crystal; inlaid with gold, inset with rubies. Attributed to India. Stone

Rock Crystal Box 18th century This intimately-sized container, carved from rock crystal, has gold inlay and is inset with rubies. While the original use of this object remains unknown, a similar piece in the collection, made in the same technique but without the hinge, was likely used as a perfume or lime container. Small precious objects were highly valued in Mughal court culture, as they were exchanged as gifts between nobles.. Rock Crystal Box. 18th century. Rock crystal; inlaid with gold, inset with rubies. Attributed to India. Stone Stock Photo
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MET/BOT / Alamy Stock Photo

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2HH365H

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2011 x 1436 px | 34.1 x 24.3 cm | 13.4 x 9.6 inches | 150dpi

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21 January 2022

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