Ptolemaic Islamic Glass 2nd to 4th century AD Authentic Eye Beads
Approx Measurements: A: 28"; B: 26"
Authentic Ptolemaic 2nd to 4th century AD hand wound and inlaid "Eyes" Beads
Carried along important Islamic Trade Routes from Persia to Egypt into Sudan and The West African Kingdom of Mali.
These extremely fine examples come from Mali in West Africa, where they are highly valued Heirloom Beads and Prestige Currency. A necklace of this length and quality would have been collected bead by bead over a long period of years, sometimes decades.
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This collection of extremely rare and valuable beads remains in the same configuration as it was purchased in Mali, West Africa years ago. The beads have been lovingly re-strung on a fresh cotton cord by our New York City staff.
There are TWO Necklaces EACH SOLD SEPARATELY. PRICES ARE FOR ONE NECKLACE
Individual single beads are also available.
Ptolemaic Islamic Glass 2nd to 4th century AD Authentic Eye Beads
