Bead - Huge, authentic, ancient bead from East Java, Indonesia (ø 39 mm 69 gr) - Asia

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Description from the seller

Huge, authentic, ancient bead from East Java, Indonesia. Circa 6th-9th century AD, so at least 1200 years old!

The bead is made of glass and is also called "Jatim." Pre-Majapahit, pre-Islamic. Made during the Hindu-Javanese period. Many of these beads have been found in East Java, during surface finds and excavations. They have also been found in megalithic stone tombs. In Indonesia, they are called manik-manik Jatim, which means beads from East Java.

Actual dimensions:
diameter: ø 39 mm and 36.5 mm width mm,
weigth: 69 gram.

Please take a good look at the photos, they are part of the description.
They provide a clear picture of the quality and condition of the product and they fill in any gaps in the text or correct any errors and are decisive for the description of the product.
ID: 3215"

Huge, authentic, ancient bead from East Java, Indonesia. Circa 6th-9th century AD, so at least 1200 years old!

The bead is made of glass and is also called "Jatim." Pre-Majapahit, pre-Islamic. Made during the Hindu-Javanese period. Many of these beads have been found in East Java, during surface finds and excavations. They have also been found in megalithic stone tombs. In Indonesia, they are called manik-manik Jatim, which means beads from East Java.

Actual dimensions:
diameter: ø 39 mm and 36.5 mm width mm,
weigth: 69 gram.

Please take a good look at the photos, they are part of the description.
They provide a clear picture of the quality and condition of the product and they fill in any gaps in the text or correct any errors and are decisive for the description of the product.
ID: 3215"

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
69 g
Specific region of origin
South East Asia
Over 200 years old
Yes
Number of items
1
Model
Huge, authentic, ancient bead from East Java, Indonesia (ø 39 mm 69 gr)
Material
Glass, Mineral
Country of Origin
Asia
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
39 mm
Width
39 mm
Depth
36.5 mm
Estimated period
6th-9th century
The NetherlandsVerified
2317
Objects sold
100%
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