This glass bead, with its millefiori pattern, meaning 'thousand flowers' in Italian, dates back to the Mediterranean region around the 2nd millennium BCE. The technique involves fusing together multiple glass canes, each with a distinct color and pattern, and then slicing them to create complex, flower-like designs. The bead's richly colored mosaic is characteristic of the luxury objects produced in the region, known for its glassmaking innovations. Such beads were a testament to the wearer’s high status and the sophisticated trade networks that distributed these precious items far and wide. The presence of red and green accents within the bead indicates the use of rare and expensive materials, underlining its significance as a piece of ancient artistry.

Dimension:
0.39 x 0.31 inches (1 x 0.8 cm)

Provenance:
Previously owned by a private collector from Yemen.

Blockchain Verification:
The bead is available with an ERC-1155 token on the Ethereum network, ensuring the artifact's authenticity and detailed provenance. Those interested in acquiring this digital ownership certificate must provide their Ethereum wallet address starting with "0x". Opting for the token is voluntary, with the option to forego the digital claim.

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2. Provenance and Curated Authenticity:
Each lot in our collection is a testament to history, originating from premier estate auctions and meticulously curated by our experts at Thousand Planet Auction House. Our curation process emphasizes authenticity and historical value, and we stand as the first point of provenance post-acquisition. Our lots are offered primarily as significant art sculptures, with the acknowledgment of their historical backgrounds but without detailed aging specifics.
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Our items are sold in their present condition ('as is'), inclusive of any inherent faults, wear, or imperfections. Detailed descriptions and high-quality photographs are provided, yet we stress that sales are based on the artistic merit of the items. We refrain from making definitive claims about the ancient status or authenticity of these artifacts, respecting the complexities often associated with determining the precise age of such items.
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