Korean Crown in Plastic Block
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Gold-colored crown with jade-colored ornaments set in a 4 x 2 x 2 inch plastic block. The plate reads: 'Korean Gold Crown A.D. 500-513 (Silla Dynasty), National Treasure No. 87'. It is stored in a red velvet-lined box with a plate that reads: 'Article: Gold Grown (Kum Kwan-chong), National Treasure No. 87. Period: 5-6th Century, Size: 1/8 (Actual). Collection: National Museum, Kyong-Ju, Korea. Donor name and occasion information were not provided to the City Clerk's office.
Originating Mayor: Pete Wilson
Date Received: Unknown