[Treasures from National Museum of Korea] Seogam-ri Gold Buckle of Pyongyang

Period - Nangrang Commandery Materials - Gold Category - Buckle Dimensions - 9.4 cm in length Designation - National Treasure This pure gold belt buckle is a 1st-century National Treasure crafted during the Nangrang (Lelang) period, following the fall of Gojoseon.

Hundreds of tiny gold granules have been meticulously attached to a thin gold plate, while the rim is embellished with twisted gold wire.

A total of 53.6 grams of gold was used in its creation.

At the center is a large dragon surrounde ...