Description:

Asia, possibly Malaysia or Indonesia, ca. 18th to 20th century CE. A solid gold implement that somewhat resembles a miniature sword or club-like weapon. Though its purpose and cultural origin are uncertain, XRF testing indicates that this item is composed of 93.6% gold and 6.3% copper, giving it a purity equivalent to just over 22 karats. This was originally sold in 2004 by Malter Gallery as Malaysian "Fish Money" and it may indeed be that this was correct. However, despite extensive research, our team cannot pin down the any comparables to this form and gold purity. Size: 2.12" L x 0.43" W (5.4 cm x 1.1 cm); gold quality 93.6% (equivalent to 22K+); weight: 6.9 grams

Provenance: private Kihei, Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Malter collection, California, USA

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  • Condition: Abrasions and pitting to one side, and the other is polished smooth, otherwise intact.

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