Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century
Temple Pendant is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver; fire-gilded, with decorative wire, table-cut carnelians, glass stones… measuring 24 5/8 x 3 5/8 in. (62.5 x 9.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded, with decorative wire, table-cut carnelians, glass stones, turquoise beads, loop-in- loop chains, and embossed pendants |
| Dimensions | 24 5/8 x 3 5/8 in. (62.5 x 9.2 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2007 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Temple Pendant?
Temple Pendant is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Temple Pendant created?
Temple Pendant dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Temple Pendant made from?
Temple Pendant is crafted from silver; fire-gilded, with decorative wire, table-cut carnelians, glass stones, turquoise beads, loop-in- loop chains, and embossed pendants.
Is Temple Pendant in the public domain?
Temple Pendant 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