An Ancient Intricate Silver Bead from Persia, 1st Millennium BCE

An ancient Persian silver bead, dating to the 1st millennium BCE, showcasing intricate floral and circular patterns. This bead, measuring 2 x 1.5 cm, was likely used in ancient jewelry or decorative a

An ancient silver ring from Persia, featuring a ram head design, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE. This unique artifact, size 5.25 US, showcases intricate craftsmanship with detailed carving of a

This compelling lot of six Indo-Himalayan etched carnelian dzi beads, dating back to between the 1st millennium BCE and the 1st millennium CE, showcases the intricate craftsmanship of ancient artisans

This cylinder seal, carved from chalcedony, is a testament to the intricate art of ancient Persia. The engraved figures and symbols served not only as a signature but also conveyed the owner’s statu

An ancient bronze ring from Persia, featuring an engraved stamp seal, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE. This ring, size 8.25 US, is crafted with a bronze band and a distinctive rectangular stamp

**Originally Listed At $400** Ancient Mideast - Central Asia, Iran, Iraq, Turkey, Afghanistan, ca 3rd to 1st millennium BCE. A nice assortment of amulets and beads in carved shell and stone along with

This collection of ancient carnelian beads, each approximately 0.8 x 1.0 cm, showcases a variety of hues from rich, deep reds to light, creamy oranges. The beads are believed to date from the 1st mill

This exquisite glass bead, measuring 2 x 1.5 cm, boasts three meticulously crafted faces, each depicting varied human expressions. Originating from the Phoenician culture in the 1st Millennium BCE, it

This ancient glass bead features a distinctive eye motif, a common symbol in many cultures believed to offer protection against the evil eye. Dating back to the 1st millennium BCE to the 1st millenniu

This small but exquisite carnelian bead, measuring 1.9 x 1 cm, features a series of concentric grooves encircling its form—a design characteristic of beadwork from Southeast Asia in the 1st millenni

An intricately carved bicone cylinder seal from ancient Persia, this artifact bears witness to the complex administrative systems of the time. Cylinder seals were used as a form of signature and were

This slender bicone bead, with dimensions of 1.38 x 0.31 inches (3.5 x 0.8 cm), is an ancient example of Himalayan craftsmanship from the 1st millennium BCE. The bead's patterned surface, displaying b

A venerable relic of the Silk Road, this banded agate Chung Dzi bead encapsulates the mystery and spiritual gravitas of early Himalayan trade routes. Characterized by its concentric "eye" patterns, th

This steatite seal from ancient Persia is etched with a detailed curved motif, a characteristic style for the region. Seals like this were used to secure and identify goods and correspondence, and oft

Central Asia, Bactria-Margiana (BMAC) (Oxus Civilization), ca. 1st millennium BCE. A trio of large ancient beads, each triangular in form, with blunt edges and pierced through laterally for suspension

Ancient Central Asia, Indo-Scythian Kingdom, ca. late 1st millennium BCE to mid-1st century CE. A fine group of 50 billon drachms made from silver. Included are: Azilises, ca. 57 to 35 BCE, King mount

**First Time At Auction** West-Central Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. early 1st millennium BCE. A stunning necklace comprised of beautiful carnelian beads of rounded, shell-like shapes and gorgeous vermil

South/ Western Asia, Pakistan / Afghanistan, Bactrian culture, ca. middle 1st millennium BCE. Lovely necklace comprised of dozens of lovely orange carnelian beads in rounded, lozenge, faceted and barr

West-Central Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. early 1st millennium BCE. A stunning necklace comprised of dozens of hand-carved, biconically drilled, somewhat translucent carnelian beads in every shade of go

**First Time At Auction** Ancient Near East, Holy Land, Syria or The Levant, ca. end of 2nd millennium to early 1st millennium BCE. Two cloak pins comprised of 95% silver presenting conical caps and t

An ancient bronze ring from Persia, featuring an engraved stamp seal, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE. This ring, size 8.25 US, is crafted with a bronze band and a distinctive rectangular stamp

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd to 1st millennium BCE. A pretty disc shaped lapis seal bead with a motif etched into the flat face. The disc is pierced for suspension through the center. The incised pa

**Originally Listed At $200** Western Asia, Persia, ca. first half of 1st millennium BCE. A delightful cast bronze bottle with a spherical body adorned by a raised band around its center, a trio of an

**Originally Listed At $200** Western Asia, Persia, ca. first half of 1st millennium BCE. A delightful cast bronze bottle with a spherical body adorned by a raised band around its center, a trio of an