An Ancient Sassanian Empire Zoomorphic Glass Bead, c. 224–651 CE

A testament to the Sassanian Empire's grandeur, this agate drop pendant bead exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of its time. The bead's smooth, banded appearance reflects the sophistication of ge

**First Time At Auction** Ancient Near East, Sasanian (Sassanian, Sasanid) Empire, ca. 3rd to 7th century CE. A striking example of glass artistry from the last Persian empire before the rise of Islam

**Originally Listed At $400** Ancient Near East, Byzantine Empire, Early Medieval Period, ca. 6th to 9th century CE. A set of copper-plated silver jewelry - including a pair of earrings as well as a r

Ancient Near East, Holy Land, Byzantine Empire, ca. 10th to 12th century CE. A gorgeous cast-bronze cross with flaring arms that terminate in pairs of circular knobs. Dozens of impressed bullseye-form

Ancient Near East / Central Asia, Sasanian (Sassanian / Sassanid) Empire, ca. 224 to 651 CE. A carved jasper O-type stamp seal bead of half-spherical form with a vertical drill hole for suspension, th

Category: Beads and Jewelry Components This lot features a variety of ancient glass beads spanning from the 4th-15th Century CE. Each bead displays unique characteristics in color and shape, evidencin

This Roman-era millefiori glass bead exemplifies the height of ancient glassworking skill. The concentric circular patterns in rich blues and earth tones display the millefiori technique, which involv

This exquisite agate carnelian feline amulet is a relic of the Sasanian Empire, notable for its artistry and symbolism. Carved with meticulous attention to the majestic form of a lion, it is emblemati

This amethyst bead from the Gupta Empire, renowned for its golden age of culture and science in ancient India. The bead's smooth, deep purple hue are characteristic of the luxury and refinement in gem

Ancient Phoenician Core-formed Glass Bead c.5th century BC. size 24-20 mm. Fine Phoenician Core-formed black glass bead with applied spiral tail. Condition: minor small chip otherwise perfect. Provena

Ancient Phoenician Core-formed Glass Bead c.5th century BC. size 21-20 mm. Fine Phoenician Core-formed black glass bead with applied spiral tail. Condition: minor small chip otherwise perfect. Provena

Ancient Phoenician Core-formed Glass Bead c.5th century BC. size 19-19 mm. Fine Phoenician Core-formed black glass bead with applied spiral tail. Condition: perfect. Provenance: Ex, Robert Thompson, E

Ancient Phoenician Core-formed Glass Bead c.5th century BC. size 19-16 mm. Fine Phoenician Core-formed glass bead with applied spiral tail. Condition: minor wear otherwise perfect. Provenance: Ex, Rob

Ancient Phoenician Core-formed Glass Bead c.5th century BC. size 26-16 mm. Fine Phoenician Core-formed black glass bead with applied spiral tail. Condition: minor wear otherwise perfect. Provenance: E

Ancient Phoenician Core-formed Glass Bead c.5th century BC. size 20-17 mm. Fine Phoenician Core-formed black glass bead with applied spiral tail. Condition: minor small chip otherwise perfect. Provena

ANCIENT PERSIA.SASSANIAN EMPIRE Hormizd IV 579-590 C.E (Hormizd IV,Ohrmozd IV)Silver Drachm4 grams 31 mmObverse,crowned bust of emperor Reverse,Zoroastrian fire altar with two attendantsDew VF kcondit

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b

This Sasanian amethyst stamp seal, carved with the image of a figure, is an exquisite example of the intricate artistry of the Sasanian Empire. The use of amethyst, a stone prized for its beauty and b