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 is witnessed by the very sophisticated, interesting, and unique styles of jewellery discovered in the area. Precious metals, such as gold, silver, and electrum, along with gemstones and other semi-precious stones, like lapis lazuli, agate and carnelian, were popular materials in Western Asiatic jewellery, showing off the wearer’s wealth and social status. Necklaces, rings, earrings and bracelets were worn not only in everyday life but were also buried with the deceased.
Western Asiatic White Hardstone Necklace
£ 75.00
A beautiful restrung Western Asiatic white hardstone beaded necklace. It is composed of small circular, oblong, and disc-like beads of different vibrancy and shades of white and cream. Each bead is unique in translucency, colour, texture, and shape which creates a mosaic-like impression. The beads gradually increase in size until reaching the large, banded, oblong pendant bead, which terminates with a small circular bead. The necklace is finished with a gold-plated clasp (please be aware the clasp has not been professionally tied).
Condition: Excellent condition, necklace has been restrung. Half length 25.7cm.
SOLD
| Weight | 28.8 g |
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| Dimensions | L 45.2 cm |
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