Sakae bracelet shows stylized rearing horses inlaid with turquoise on gold.
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Bracelet consists of two hinged openwork parts. Horses depicted with hind legs thrown up touching withers. Horses' heads are stylized. Manes, hooves, and leafy ornaments inlaid with turquoise. Made of gold and turquoise. Diameter 7.5 cm. From Sakae Culture, Central Asia, 3rd-1st century BCE. Found in Duzdak Area, Syrdarya region, Karakumy Desert. Part of Siberian collection of Peter I.
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