Uploaded October 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Why is a 11th-century gold filigree bead from Egypt or Syria one of volunteer Educator Shirin Jetha’s favourite artifacts in the Museum’s Collection? The intricately detailed pendant is dazzlingly beautiful to look at, of course. But to Shirin, it also echoes a message of tolerance, peace, and hope passed down from her beloved grandmother.
To learn more about this object in the Museum’s Collection (accession number AKM618): agakhanmuseum.org/collection/artifact/biconical-bead-akm618
Bringing online Museum experiences to you is part of our mission to connect cultures and promote understanding between peoples. To learn more about how you can support the Museum by making a donation or becoming a Friend or Patron, please visit: agakhanmuseum.org/support
Why is a 11th-century gold filigree bead from Egypt or Syria one of volunteer Educator Shirin Jetha’s favourite artifacts in the Museum’s Collection? The intricately detailed pendant is dazzlingly beautiful to look at, of course. But to Shirin, it also echoes a message of tolerance, peace, and hope passed down from her beloved grandmother.
To learn more about this object in the Museum’s Collection (accession number AKM618): agakhanmuseum.org/collection/artifact/biconical-bead-akm618
Bringing online Museum experiences to you is part of our mission to connect cultures and promote understanding between peoples. To learn more about how you can support the Museum by making a donation or becoming a Friend or Patron, please visit: agakhanmuseum.org/support
