Artistry of the Achaemenid: Central Asian Spindle Whorl Beads (6th-4th Century BC)

Dimension: 13x11mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$4

Dimension: 17x10mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$4

Dimension: 17x11mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$4

Dimension: 16x4mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 19x10mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$4

Dimension: 40mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$400

Dimension: 22x6mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 15x9mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 31.6x6mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$

Dimension: 19.3x8.2mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200

Dimension: 18x13mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$4

Dimension: 15.8mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 21x6mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 19x6mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 20x7mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 12x9mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

Dimension: 16.5x12mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-

Dimension: 26x5mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare These beads are from the Achaemenid Empire period, making them over two millennia old. Such artifacts are rarely found in this condition. Estimate: $200-$40

This artifact is a finely crafted spindle whorl, hailing from the Central Asian region during the 6th to 8th century AD. Measuring approximately 6.5 cm (2.56 inches) in diameter and 2.5 cm (0.98 inche

This artifact is a finely crafted spindle whorl, hailing from the Central Asian region during the 6th to 8th century AD. This object showcases the remarkable skill of ancient artisans in creating func

6th-4th century BC. A pendant with angled agate bead and gold caps to each end, shaped to fit bead. 3.34 grams, 35mm (1 1/2"). Property of a North London lady; gifted from her father's collection; for

6th-4th century BC. A gold-coloured appliqué composed of a small discoid body with granulated circumference, central openwork scene of a dignitary in profile. 0.23 grams, 8mm (1/4"). Ex Abelita famil

6th-4th century B.C. A bifacial sheet-gold pendant or bead formed as a ram's head with stylised detailing in repoussé to the horns, eyes and face; pierced on both sides at roughly ear height for susp

Circa 4th century B.C. and later. A restrung necklace composed of opaque and transparent blue glass beads of various types, with larger central pendant bead. 7.06 grams, 46 cm long (18 1/8 in.). Acqui