Sold2024An Antique Early Buddhist Agate Bead, c. 600-900 CEThis truncated concave bicone bead, made from brown, tan, and caramelized agate. Dating back to the Early Buddhist period (c. 600-900 CE), it exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and spiritual signSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Himalayan Afghan Agate Bead, c. 1st Millennium CEResonating with the rich legacy of the ancient Himalayan trade routes, this Afghan agate bead is a miniature marvel. Its banded pattern and aged patina suggest it was a cherished personal ornament, aSee Sold Price
Sold2024Group of Ancient Multicultural Stone and Glass Beads, c. 1st Millennium BCE to 1st Millennium CEThis diverse collection features ancient beads made of stone and glass, spanning from the 1st millennium BCE to the 1st millennium CE. The beads represent a multitude of cultures, showcasing a varietySee Sold Price
Sold2022Group (5) Pre-Columbian style textile fragmentsGroup (5) Pre-Columbian style textile fragments, Possibly c. 200-600 CE, incl. Chancay and Chimu examples, 100"l x 33"w (largest), 15"l x 13"w (smallest) Provenance: Estate of Distinguished ProfessorSee Sold Price
Sold2024Lot of Ancient Carnelian Beads, c. 1st Millennium BCE - 1st Millennium CEThis 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 millSee Sold Price
Sold2017Lot of 8 Pre-Columbian Pottery Miniatures**First Time At Auction** Pre-Columbian, Valley of Mexico, Tlatilco, ca. early 1st millennium BCE; Central Mexico, Teotihuacan, ca. 200 to 800 CE; Gulf Coast Mexico, Vera Cruz, ca. 550 to 900 CE; MayaSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Himalayan Bicone Agate Bead, Early Historic Period, c. 1st Millennium BCEThis 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 bSee Sold Price
Sold2024Assortment of Ancient Multicolored Stone Beads, c. 1st Millennium BCE to 1st Millennium CEThis assortment features a variety of ancient stone beads including amethyst, quartz, and carnelian, spanning the 1st millennium BCE to the 1st millennium CE. These beads exemplify the diversity of maSee Sold Price
2024An Ancient Silk Road Banded Agate Chung Dzi Bead, c. 1st Millennium BCEA 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, thSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Silk Road Banded Agate Chung Dzi Bead, c. 1st Millennium BCEA 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, thSee Sold Price
Sold2024Group of Antique Parthian Mosaic Glass Beads, c. 247 BCE - 224 CEThis collection of shield-shaped beads, made from brown, tan, and olive mosaic glass. Dating back to the Parthian period (c. 247 BCE - 224 CE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and artisticSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Kushan Era Banded Agate Chung Dzi Bead, c. 1st to 3rd Century CEHailing from the prolific Silk Road, this banded agate Chung Dzi bead embodies the mystique and grandeur of the Kushan Empire's zenith. Its enigmatic patterns mirror the artistic sensibilities prevaleSee Sold Price
Sold2016Collection of Two Ancient Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian BeadCollection of Two Ancient Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian Bead Necklaces. Including a four-strand necklace of carnelian and agate beads from Central Asia and dated to circa the CE 1st millennium together withSee Sold Price
Sold2024Collection of Ancient Agate and Carnelian Beads with Etched Patterns, c. 1st-3rd Century CEThis collection showcases ancient agate and carnelian beads, distinguished by their intricate etched patterns, characteristic of the craftsmanship from the 1st to the 3rd century CE. These beads wereSee Sold Price
Sold2024Antique Tibetan Etched Agate Eye Bead, Qing Dynasty, c. 1644-1912 CECategory: Beads and Jewelry ComponentsThis exquisite antique Tibetan etched agate eye bead from the Qing Dynasty is a fine example of spiritual symbolism and craftsmanship. The eye motif, believed toSee Sold Price
Sold2024Lot of Antique Kushan Stone and Glass Beads, c. 1st-3rd Century CEThis lot of antique beads, made from beige, celadon, and taupe stone and glass. Dating back to the Kushan period (c. 1st-3rd Century CE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and vibrant trade nSee Sold Price
Sold2024Antique Tibetan 4 Stripes Agate Dzi Bead, Qing Dynasty, c. 1644-1912 CECategory: Beads and Jewelry ComponentsThis antique agate Dzi bead, featuring four stripes, originates from the Qing Dynasty and is deeply rooted in Tibetan culture where such beads are considered poweSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Antique South Asian Carnelian Bead, c. 1st-2nd Century CECategory: Beads and Jewelry Components This carnelian bead from South Asia, dating back to the 1st to 2nd century CE, represents the region's rich tradition of gemstone craftsmanship prominent duringSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Antique Near Eastern Stone Boundary Marker, c. 19th Century CEThis stone boundary marker, inspired by ancient Near Eastern civilizations of the 1st millennium BCE, features a deeply carved cuneiform inscription. It represents historical land ownership practices,See Sold Price
Sold2024Group of 10 Monochrome Yellow Glass Beads, c. 1st-3rd Century CEDescription:This set of ten monochrome yellow glass beads dates back to the 1st to 3rd century CE. The vibrant yellow hue and smooth finishes exemplify the glass-making technology of the period, showcSee Sold Price
Sold2024Lot of 3 Antique Glass Beads, c. 1st-4th Century CECategory: Beads and Jewelry ComponentsThese three antique glass beads represent a remarkable blend of artistry and early glassmaking innovation. Each bead, with its unique patterning and design, refleSee Sold Price
Sold20235 Ancient Sassanian Quartz & Carnelian Stamp Seal Beads**Originally Listed At $400** Ancient Near East / Central Asia, Persia, Parthian to Sassanian Empire, ca. 200 BCE to 600 CE. A collection of stone seal beads formed from carnelian, agate, quartz, andSee Sold Price
Sold2020Banded Agate Bead Group1st millennium BC or later. A group of twenty-four spherical banded agate beads of various sizes. 23.7 grams total, 6-13mm (1/2"). Property of a London collector, acquired in the early 1990s. [24]See Sold Price
Sold2024Group of 8 Antique European Monochrome Glass Beads, ca. 1st-4th Century CEThese 8 monochrome glass beads from ancient Europe, specifically dated from the 1st to the 4th centuries CE, display a rich, cobalt blue hue, which was a highly sought-after color in glassmaking of thSee Sold Price
6 days LeftThousand Planet Auction HouseAntique Early Tibetan Banded Agate Cylinder Shaped Eyed BeadsUS$25
6 days LeftThousand Planet Auction HouseAn Ancient Coptic Agate Face Bead, c. 4th-7th Century CEUS$25
6 days LeftThousand Planet Auction HouseAntique Bow-Shaped Agate Amulet Necklace with Modern Red Glass Beads, c. 2nd-4th Century CEUS$25
6 days LeftThousand Planet Auction HouseAn Antique Monochrome Honey Glass Bead, c. 19th Century CEUS$15