Srivijaya medal/medalion from 8-11 century

[kapten_windu]

According to the seller, this medal was found in Musi River, South Sumatra..

This medal came from 8-11 century AD..

26 mm in diameter..

i don't know yet whether this use as Jimat (for lucky) or for social status symbol..

[kapten_windu]

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Srivijaya Empire map

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Information about Srivijaya Empire:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Srivijaya

[army historian]

Wow, that has to be a very historical piece. Congratulations. Cheers Captain Albert

[kapten_windu]

Hi Captain, thank you, this is my oldest medal/medallion for now..

The exact information about this medal purpose is still unknown..