Sacred Objects from Ancient Temples
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Rosary Beads
Found at Gangōji Temple, Nara, Nara period, 8th centuryJapanese Archaeology and Special Exhibition (Heiseikan) Japanese Archaeology Gallery
September 18, 2024 (Wed) - March 9, 2025 (Sun)Ancient temples were often constructed with a collection of sacred objects buried at their base. These sacred objects included mirrors, beads, coins, and metal vessels. They were meant to pacify unfriendly spirits and ensure the temple could be constructed safely.
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
CMT | ||
| Highlight | Comma-Shaped Beads ("Magatama") | Found at Gangōji Temple, Nara | Nara period, 8th century | J-25114 | |||
| Highlight | Beads | Found at Gangōji Temple, Nara | Nara period, 8th century | J-25116 | |||
| Highlight | Rosary Beads | Found at Gangōji Temple, Nara | Nara period, 8th century | E-14295 |