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Strand of 25 Ancient Glass Beads, Some with Eyes - Rita Okrent Collection (AG204)

RARE FIND: only one in our inventory

A strand of large worn early Islamic era Medieval glass beads in a variety of gorgeous colors. This is a mix of heavily patina'd ancient glass beads in translucent blue and green, matte teal blue, white patina  with eyes and without.

Circa 900-1200 C.E. West Africa.

Perfect for making necklaces and other jewelry.

Condition: fair-good. Wear commensurate with age including chips and missing eyes. Some patina may be removable with water or a smidgen of olive oil rubbed on beads. 

Bead sizes range from 10-15 mm. Strand measures 12 inches.

Ancient Glass Item 204

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