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Original: $3,040.00
-70%2nd Century Ptolemaic Eye Bead Necklace—
$3,040.00
$912.00The Story
- Authentic Ptolemaic 2nd to 4th century AD hand wound and inlaid Eye 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 period of years, sometimes decades.
- Strand Length : Approx. 54"
- Bead Size : 7 x 5mm to 16 x 13mm
- 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.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
- Authentic Ptolemaic 2nd to 4th century AD hand wound and inlaid Eye 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 period of years, sometimes decades.
- Strand Length : Approx. 54"
- Bead Size : 7 x 5mm to 16 x 13mm
- 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.
