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Gold Necklace from the South Mound of Hwangnamdaechong Tomb

황남대총 남분 금목걸이 ( 皇南大塚 南墳 金製頸飾 )

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Classification National Treasure
Name of Cultural Properties Gold Necklace from the South Mound of Hwangnamdaechong Tomb
Quantity 1 Item
Designated Date 1978.12.07
Age Silla
Address National Museum of Korea, 137, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

This golden necklace of the Silla Dynasty is 33.2cm in length was discovered at the South Mound of Hwangnamdaechong Tomb in the form of calabash in Hwangnam Village, Gyeongju. The deceased was buried wearing this necklace for it was of great beauty. There are four twisted ropes of golden thread held together by three hollow golden beads and dangling jade pieces. In contrast with the majority of necklaces made at this time, this necklace was made entirely in gold, not jade. Discovered in the ancient tombs of the Silla Dynasty, this necklace holds artistic beauty.