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The Makalamau Drum is shattered in Museum fire (Updated)

The largest Dong Son type drum found in Indonesia is the Makalamau Drum which was discovered on the island of Sangeang off the island of Sumbawa. The Makalamau Drum is 122 centimetres in diameter and in the centre is a … Continue reading

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Javanese Gold – The Wonoboyo Hoard

One of the treasures on display in the National Museum in Jakarta is a priceless collection of golden jewellery and ceremonial objects found at Wonoboyo near Yogyakarta in Central Java. The hoard was discovered as recently as October 1990 on … Continue reading

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