1800s
Wood
Overall: 38 cm (14 15/16 in.)
Gift of John L. Severance 1921.669
This bead string was attached to men's hats called a gat during the Joseon period.
Made of either agarwood or red sandalwood, this bead string was once attached to a man's hat called a gat. Each bead bears an inscribed image of fish, birds, frogs, flowers, a boy holding a peach, and some characters of auspicious meanings such as longevity and good fortune.
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