A restrung Western Asiatic necklace formed from a mixture of glass and stone beads in varying shades of red. It features beads of various shapes and hues that gradually increase in size towards the centre of the necklace, leading towards a series of tubular beads. The necklace then drops down into a pendant of round beads on top of a gold centrepiece. The necklace is finished with a modern gold clasp. 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, lapis lazuli, and carnelian, were also widely used as well as glass, coral, stones and metal. Measurements: Half length 27.3cm Provenance: From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.