A restrung Western Asiatic necklace composed of vibrant orange hardstone beads. The body of the necklace is composed of small rounded beads, mostly uniform in size. A stack of five beads acts as a pendant at the centre of the necklace, composed of four rounded beads and a flat trapezoidal bead with a perforation at the centre, through which the necklace is threaded. Each bead presents a unique shape and hue, reflecting their antique and hand-crafted qualities. Some beads feature linear striations. Some chips and wear consistent with age. 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, lapis lazuli, and carnelian, were also widely used as well as glass, coral, stones and metal. Measurements: (circa) Beaded half-length 21.6cm; half-length 42.2cm; Provenance: Ex Japanese private collection, deceased, 1970-2010.