From Panama (Chiriquí)
Cast gold, 7.6 cm
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Enkolpion, Byzantine Cameo of an Archangel, probably 14th century
An enkolpion is a devotional pendant or medallion meant to be worn around the neck.
Cameo is a method of carving, or an item of jewellery made in this manner. It features a raised (positive) relief image; contrast with intaglio, which has a negative image. There are two main materials for Cameo carving; Shells or Agate (called a Hardstone cameo).
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