Charm

MOA: University of British Columbia

3065/17

Charm carved from a piece of mother-of-pearl? it is roughly rectangular, with a rough scalloped back, and shaped cut-outs opposite. Colour is an iridescent white, with areas of orange and grey.

  • History Of Use

    Late 19th or early 20th century reproduction of a Shang dynasty tomb piece.


  • Type of Item charm
  • Culture Chinese
  • Material mother of pearl shell
  • Measurements height 2.3 cm, width 7.4 cm, depth 0.4 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Oscar Gerson, Erika Gerson
  • Received from Erika Gerson

  • Made in China

  • Creation Date between 1875 and 1925
  • Ownership Date before 1966, before June 11, 2014
  • Acquisition Date on June 11, 2014

  • Condition excellent
  • Current Location Case 83
  • Accession Number 3065/0017