A restrung Western Asiatic necklace composed of small, flat, rounded turquoise beads, each of uniform size and shape. The semi-precious stone presents with a range of shades, creating an attractive multi-chrome effect. Please note this necklace is unclasped and threaded on string. Jewellery is thought to be one of the oldest forms of art within history, with the presence of rings, bangles and necklaces’ being present in almost all ancient societies. Many grand civilisations inhabited the area of Western Asia in antiquity, and their wealth and prosperity are demonstrated through their sophisticated jewellery making. Precious and semi-precious stones, such as agate, turquoise, lapis lazuli, and carnelian, were also widely used as well as glass, coral, stones and metal. Measurements (circa): Half length 29.5cm: Beaded half-length 17.7cm Provenance: Ex Japanese private collection, deceased, 1970-2010. N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 19th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 5th January 2026). **There will be an additional fee incurred for returned shipments due to buyer’s non-response to customs enquiries and/or unsuccessful delivery attempts.**