[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

By The Korea Herald