Description:

Ancient Egypt, Third Intermediate to Late Dynastic Period, ca. 1070 to 332 BCE. A dazzling set of 18 carnelian and 52 glass beads strung on a modern strand to be wearable. Boasting translucent shades of vermilion and spherical forms, all of the carnelian beads are equidistantly spaced from one another, separated by groupings of petite grey barrel-form and dark blue tri-faceted tubular glass beads. A sizable tubular glass bead is featured at the center of the strand, adorned in a hue of midnight blue with thin red horizontal stripes. A few of the smaller glass beads are decorated with white, yellow, or red dots or incised vertical striations. A fabulous ensemble of ancient beads strung in modern times and suitable for any occasion! Size of necklace: 21" L (53.3 cm); Size of central faience bead: 1" L x 0.25" W (2.5 cm x 0.6 cm)

Provenance: ex-Davis collection, Houston, Texas, acquired before 2013 from various auction houses in London and New York

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  • Condition: All beads are ancient, but strand is modern. Chip to opening of central glass bead. Some light surface wear throughout, commensurate with age. Otherwise, excellent with nice earthen deposits in recessed areas of beads.

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