Twenty Agate Animal Beads

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Twenty Agate Animal Beads, Length 2cm, Width 2cm. Ancient string ornament accessories mostly seen in noble group pendants or folk ornaments, meaning "great good fortune". Red agate body, rich and transparent color with warm texture. Using round carving techniques, each bead carved into a rooster shape with high head and elegant tail feathers, vivid shape with a perforation on the back for stringing, simple and vivid craftsmanship. Ancient times (style dating to Tang, Song to Ming and Qing Dynasties). Agate animal beads are carriers of ancient folk ornaments and auspicious culture; this complete set of rooster beads with regular craftsmanship is an important artifact for studying ancient agate processing technology and folk culture with both decorative and collection value.

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Twenty Agate Animal Beads

Lot 0090

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