Necklace Beads in the Form of Fish, 185-72 BC. India, Shunga Period (c. 187-78 BC). Gold repoussé with granulation; Jewelry in ancient India often consisted of elements associated with water, such as fish and other aquatic plants and animals. Since water is essential for life, imagery that connotes water is life-affirming, or auspicious, and therefore appropriate adornment.

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