Torque
Unknown Artist
200–1 BCE
Medium
silver
Dimensions
diam. 17 cm
Classification
Metalwork
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Anonymous Gift
Accession Number
1986.181
About this artwork
This torque, a type of necklace, is part of a set of jewelry including a bracelet of similar design (1986.182). Torques like this one were popular amongst the non-Greek speaking peoples of the ancient world, including the Scythians, Thracians, Persians, and many others. Though most torques are simple open-loop rings, this one was made with a hinge so that the wearer could open it to put it around their neck.