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Lot 249
Ancient Bactrian Carnelian, Agate, and Jasper Bead Assemblage

Near East and Mediterranean, ca. 3000 BCE – 1500 CE. Primarily carnelian, jasper, and agate beads, with an icy rock crystal and black stone bead, gathered from across the ancient Near East and Mediterranean world, spanning the Bronze Age through the medieval era. The lot encompasses a varied forms, including spherical, biconical, tabular, disc, and barrel shapes, their surfaces glowing in warm tones of orange, russet, and deep oxblood, softened by centuries of handling and wear. Each bead retains its ancient drilling and are ideal for a jeweler or collector, the group is ready to be restrung into one-of-a-kind earrings, bracelets, or longer compositions that honor their layered history. Total weight: 80 grams Size of largest bead: 0.6" D x 0.9" H (1.5 cm D x 2.3 cm H).

Provenance: Collection of Y. Kayvan, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from a Los Angeles, California, USA gallery acquisition dates range from the late 1990s to 2005

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Item # 203173

  • Condition: Good. Pitting and chips as expected with age and exposure to elements.

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by Artemis Fine Arts
June 25, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
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