Lot 140, Auction 4/20/2026: 10 Ancient Egyptian Faience Bead Strands

$780.00

In stock

Egypt, New Kingdom to Late Period, ca. 1550 to 332 BCE. A collection of 10 equal-length strands composed of tiny faience seed beads, likely originally part of a multi-strand necklace. The beads are currently strung in modern times on monofilament wire. The strands loose, though they remain well-suited for restringing into wearable necklaces or for study and display. Size of strand: 35.25″ L (89.5 cm); beads: 0.1″ W (0.3 cm)

Condition: Beads have nicks and abrasions. Some fading to colors. Strung in modern times on modern monofilament wires. Not wearable and missing clasps.

Provenance: Collection of Y. Kayvan, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from a Los Angeles, California, USA gallery acquisition dates range from the late 1990s to 2005

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