1The Oxus Treasure
Discovered along the Oxus River in modern-day Tajikistan, the Oxus Treasure is a dazzling collection of gold and silver objects from the Achaemenid Persian Empire (5th–4th century BC). The collection includes finely detailed jewelry, coins, and ceremonial figures that showcase Persian artistry at its peak.
Every piece reflects sophistication and power—the precision of the goldwork is astonishing even by today’s standards. Together, these artifacts reveal the cultural richness of one of the ancient world’s greatest empires.
Gallery: Room 52
