Typology: Beads Material: Blue Amazonite Description: Collection of ancient amazonite beads, entirely shaped and polished by hand. The group includes round, flat annular beads and elongated tubular beads, all centrally perforated for suspension. The beads display beautiful natural shades of blue-green amazonite, ranging from pale green to vivid turquoise-blue, with whitish mineral areas. Their surfaces show traces of ancient workmanship and a beautiful desert patina. Dating / Period: Late Neolithic, approximately 5,000–2,500 years BP. Hominid: Homo sapiens sapiens Origin: Mauritania Dimensions: Approximately 0.5 cm to 2 cm. Condition: Very good overall condition. Beautiful ancient desert patina, with natural variations and traces of age and use. Acquired in 2005 from Mme P. private French beads collector, collected since the 70's. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.