Ancient Mesopotamia Neo-Babylonian Lapis Lazuli Bead, c. 626–539 BCE

This bead, carved from the treasured lapis lazuli, is a remnant of the Neo-Babylonian period, reflecting the luxury and ritual significance associated with the stone in that era. Lapis lazuli was este

This bead, carved from the treasured lapis lazuli, is a remnant of the Neo-Babylonian period, reflecting the luxury and ritual significance associated with the stone in that era. Lapis lazuli was este

This bead, carved from the treasured lapis lazuli, is a remnant of the Neo-Babylonian period, reflecting the luxury and ritual significance associated with the stone in that era. Lapis lazuli was este

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumer / Babylon, ca. 1894 to 500 BCE. A cylinder seal hand-carved from vibrant blue lapis lazuli and set in an electrum setting - composed of 71.7% (equivalent 17K+) go

This superb bead, shaped into a zoomorphic figure, is crafted from lapis lazuli, a material prized by the Parthian culture for its deep blue color and golden inclusions. The bead's detailed carving re

This superb bead, shaped into a zoomorphic figure, is crafted from lapis lazuli, a material prized by the Parthian culture for its deep blue color and golden inclusions. The bead's detailed carving re

This unique Parthian period bead, expertly carved from lapis lazuli to depict an eye, symbolizes protection and vigilance. The intense blue of the lapis, punctuated with natural golden flecks of pyrit

This bifacial steatite amulet from the Neo-Babylonian period displays carvings on both sides, which likely served both decorative and apotropaic functions. The craftsmanship reflects the period's adva

Dimension: 22x8mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 21x7mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 25x8mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 24x8mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 21x7mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 26x11mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." It

Ancient Mesopotamia, Neo-Babylonian, Iraq, ca. 700 BCE. Finely carved black stone stamp seal in rectangular form. Each side with similar depiction of standing quadruped - horse or zebra possibly. On o

Dimension: 29x10mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." It

This assortment includes ancient to medieval beads, crafted from materials such as lapis lazuli, agate, and early glass. Dating from approximately 800 BCE to 1200 CE, these beads illuminate the techno

**Originally Listed At $300** Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Babylon, Neo-Babylonian period, ca. mid-1st millennium BCE. A stamp seal of a tapered columnar form that is carved from tan and brown ston

Dimension: 26x8mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 23x7mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 22x7mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 21x7mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 26x9mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its

Dimension: 26x7mm Rarity Level: Very Rare This bead, crafted from lapis lazuli, is exceptionally rare due to its origin from Ancient Mesopotamia, often referred to as the "cradle of civilization." Its