No. 102082890

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Antique bone beads strand - Bone - Afghanistan - Medieval
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Antique bone beads strand - Bone - Afghanistan - Medieval

Authentic antique bone beads from Afghanistan. This beautiful strand features hand-cut graduated beads with a rich natural patina, warm ivory to honey tones, and visible wear consistent with great age. Beads measures: from ø 8,4 to 22 mm. Strand measures (bead to bead): 28 cm. / 11 inches. The beads exhibit a rich natural patina, with soft ivory, cream, and warm sand tones developed through age and long-term wear. The subtle surface variations and mineral staining are consistent with genuine antiquity and traditional use. Bactria was a major cultural crossroads along early trade routes, and beads like these were traditionally worn by nomadic and tribal peoples as personal adornment, status symbols, or talismans. The organic shapes and surface texture reflect true ancient craftsmanship rather than modern reproduction. Ideal for: Collectors of Afghanistan / Central Asian antiquities High-end tribal or ethnic jewelry design Boho, primitive, or archaeological-inspired necklaces Study or restoration of ancient adornments Material: Natural bone Origin: Bactria, Afghanistan Age: Antique / ancient Condition: Original, with authentic wear and patina Style: Tribal, nomadic, ethnic, primitive These are genuine antique beads, not replicas. Each bead carries the marks of time, use, and history, making the strand a unique and meaningful piece for collectors and designers alike. Shipped with registered mail with tracking number.

No. 102082890

No longer available
Antique bone beads strand - Bone - Afghanistan - Medieval

Antique bone beads strand - Bone - Afghanistan - Medieval

Authentic antique bone beads from Afghanistan. This beautiful strand features hand-cut graduated beads with a rich natural patina, warm ivory to honey tones, and visible wear consistent with great age.

Beads measures: from ø 8,4 to 22 mm.
Strand measures (bead to bead): 28 cm. / 11 inches.

The beads exhibit a rich natural patina, with soft ivory, cream, and warm sand tones developed through age and long-term wear. The subtle surface variations and mineral staining are consistent with genuine antiquity and traditional use.

Bactria was a major cultural crossroads along early trade routes, and beads like these were traditionally worn by nomadic and tribal peoples as personal adornment, status symbols, or talismans. The organic shapes and surface texture reflect true ancient craftsmanship rather than modern reproduction.

Ideal for:
Collectors of Afghanistan / Central Asian antiquities
High-end tribal or ethnic jewelry design
Boho, primitive, or archaeological-inspired necklaces
Study or restoration of ancient adornments

Material: Natural bone
Origin: Bactria, Afghanistan
Age: Antique / ancient
Condition: Original, with authentic wear and patina
Style: Tribal, nomadic, ethnic, primitive

These are genuine antique beads, not replicas. Each bead carries the marks of time, use, and history, making the strand a unique and meaningful piece for collectors and designers alike.


Shipped with registered mail with tracking number.

Bidding closed
Surya Rutten
Expert
Estimate  € 190 - € 250

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