Ancient Neolithic Banded Agate & Quartzite Beads, ca. 8000-5000 BCE

This assemblage of Neolithic beads, circa 8000-5000 BCE, showcases the early human endeavor into adornment and artistry. Each bead, measuring between 15-20mm, is skillfully shaped from banded agate an

Egypt, Late Period / Roman Period, ca. 716 BCE to 200 CE. This is a pale turquoise faience pendant in the form of a lion strung as the center of a necklace with ancient banded agate barrel beads inter

Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A fabulous gathering of 11 hand-carved banded agate beads presenting hues of sage green, citrine, beige, brown, and opaque white. The diamond-shap

**Originally Listed At $400** Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. late 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. Eighteen agate beads, each one of relatively large lozenge forms - boasting stunning natural vein patterns in

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia region, ca. 2000 to 1000 BCE. A large banded agate stamp seal in a pyramidal and conical shape, the flattened face engraved with a simple, abstract linear symbol The sto

**Originally Listed At $250** Ancient Central/Western Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. 1st millennium BCE. A beautiful and wearable necklace comprised of 42 hand-carved stones of cylindrical, ovoid, or tubu

Central Asia, modern day Afghanistan, Bactrian, ca. 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. A necklace made from absolutely gorgeous banded agate beads. These beads resemble the dZi agate beads from (relat

Dimension: 10.8x3.8mm Rarity Level: Exceptionally Rare Given its historical significance from the Indus Era and the preservation of the gem. Estimate: $150-$300 Introduction: The banded agate gem

**Originally Listed At $400** Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. An attractive necklace comprised of hand-carved, hand-drilled, and hand-polished carnelian, banded agate, and quartz

Collection of Ten Ancient Afghanistan Banded Agate Beads, 3rd Millennium BCE.

**Originally Listed At $300** Ancient Egypt, Neolithic period, ca. 5000 to 3100 BCE. A pair of dark reddish yellow stone scrapers, hand-knapped. Scrapers were used for cleaning animal hides, slicing v

This ancient bead, made from carnelian agate, dates back to the 1st millennium BCE. Its unusual and distinct shape, resembling a teardrop with a complete loop, suggests it may have been part of a larg

This ancient bead, made from carnelian agate, dates back to the 1st millennium BCE. Its unusual and distinct shape, resembling a teardrop with a complete loop, suggests it may have been part of a larg

The dappled pattern and elongated shape of this bead are indicative of Neolithic craftsmanship, dating back to the 4th millennium BCE. The irregular, speckled pattern, resembling lichen or moss, is ty

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism

A testament to the intricate craftsmanship of the Greco-Bactrian period, this diminutive banded agate bead, with its harmonious earth tones, embodies the essence of an era renowned for its syncretism