A Medieval Islamic Egyptian Carnelian Bird Bead, c. 7th–13th Century CE

Medieval Egypt, Islamic, Fatimid Caliphate, ca. 10th century CE. An attractive pottery bowl made from beige-hued clay with a basin that is enveloped with lustrous yellow and green glaze. The conical b

North Africa, Egypt, Fustat, Islamic culture, ca. 7th to 11th century CE. A wonderful ensemble of 5 sizeable glass beads, each presenting a barrel form and formed using the mosaic glass technique. Eac

Category: 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 during

A collection of nine carnelian beads and amulets span the transition from Late Ancient Egypt to the Islamic period, specifically from the 7th to the 12th century AD. These beads, ranging in size from

Category: Beads and Jewelry ComponentsThis collection of five ancient carnelian beads showcases the rich material culture that flourished along the Silk Road. Their preservation and quality highlight

This bead from the early Islamic period is carved from a semi-translucent stone, reflecting the artistry and material culture of the time. Beads such as this were often used in personal adornment and

Category: Beads and Jewelry Components These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques ove

These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques over several centuries. The vibrant colors

These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques over several centuries. The vibrant colors

These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques over several centuries. The vibrant colors

These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques over several centuries. The vibrant colors

These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques over several centuries. The vibrant colors

These four glass beads, shaped like birds and dating from the Roman to Byzantine periods, demonstrate the continuity and evolution of glassworking techniques over several centuries. The vibrant colors

This stone bead from Egypt, dating to the 9th–12th century, embodies the medieval Islamic period's artistic expression. Its dark surface is etched with motifs that may have held significance in the

This cylindrical glass bead, adorned with a striped pattern, is a relic of the Islamic Golden Age, spanning the 8th to 14th centuries CE. The bead's linear design is evocative of the period's aestheti

Crafted during the Middle Ages, a time rich in artisanal innovation, this red garnet bead displays the period's shaping skills. Garnets were highly valued for their perceived protective properties and

Crafted during the Middle Ages, a time rich in artisanal innovation, this pair of red garnet bead displays the period's shaping skills. Garnets were highly valued for their perceived protective proper

Crafted during the Middle Ages, a time rich in artisanal innovation, this red garnet bead displays the period's shaping skills. Garnets were highly valued for their perceived protective properties and

Crafted during the Middle Ages, a time rich in artisanal innovation, this red garnet bead displays the period's shaping skills. Garnets were highly valued for their perceived protective properties and

Crafted during the Middle Ages, a time rich in artisanal innovation, this red garnet bead displays the period's shaping skills. Garnets were highly valued for their perceived protective properties and

Crafted during the Middle Ages, a time rich in artisanal innovation, this red garnet bead displays the period's shaping skills. Garnets were highly valued for their perceived protective properties and

This Coptic Egyptian carnelian amulet, shaped like a bird, dates from the 3rd to the 6th century CE. The bird motif, symbolizing the soul's ascent to heaven, reflects the spiritual beliefs of the Copt

This carnelian amulet carved into the shape of a bird is a remarkable artifact from Coptic Egypt, symbolizing the soul's freedom and the afterlife's journey. The deep red tones of the carnelian enhanc

These two ancient Islamic glass beads, adorned with eye motifs, are exemplary of the sophisticated glass-making techniques from the 8th to 10th centuries CE. The design, featuring concentric circles i