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Gong
KOREA; Unified Silla dynasty (668–935), dated 865; Bronze; Diameter: 31.5 cm; National Museum of Korea, Seoul, South Korea |
| An inscription on the underside dates this gong to 865, making it the oldest in Korea. There are several embossed rings around the gong, which is a feature of artwork from this period. Apart from the rings, the gong has a simple design and is undecorated. Suspension rings are located at the sides and at the top. |
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