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Coupe

Date: c. 1600 - c. 1625
Medium: citrine, gold (metal)
Culture: Prague
Institution: Rijksmuseum

This variety of quartz was prized more highly than rock crystal for its golden yellow colour. Only a few vases made of this precious material are known. Cameos have been incorporated into the luxurious mount, including a few with portraits.

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