Islamic ArtJewelry18th centuryOrnament, One of a Pair is a jewelry from probably Turkey created in 18th century using silver-gilt, emeralds — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver-gilt, emeralds |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917 |
| Date | 18th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Turkey. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ornament, One of a Pair?
Ornament, One of a Pair is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ornament, One of a Pair created?
Ornament, One of a Pair dates to 18th century.
What material is Ornament, One of a Pair made from?
Ornament, One of a Pair is crafted from silver-gilt, emeralds.
Where does Ornament, One of a Pair originate?
Ornament, One of a Pair originates from probably Turkey.
Is Ornament, One of a Pair in the public domain?
Ornament, One of a Pair is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026