Gold and Jade Crown (may 22, 6 BC – aug 2, 5 BC)
Description:
5th-6th century CEMetalwork
Three Kingdoms Period, Silla Kingdom, Korea
Silla Kingdom most powerful during 5th and 6th centuries.
Used for burial and ceremonial rites.
Tree shaped crown
Represents sacred tree, also thought of as an axis mundi
Jade discs are attached to the golden branches. Symbolizing fertility and abundance.
Added to timeline:
Date:
may 22, 6 BC
aug 2, 5 BC
~ 9 months