Ancient Etched Carnelian Bead with Star Motif, circa 2nd–1st Millennium BCE

This collection of antique etched carnelian beads bears the distinguished marks of skilled artisans from Kushan Era. Spanning from the ancient Indus Valley Civilization and Mauryan period to the Pyu C

This collection of antique etched carnelian beads bears the distinguished marks of skilled artisans from Kushan Era. Spanning from the ancient Indus Valley Civilization and Mauryan period to the Pyu C

This collection of ancient etched carnelian beads bears the distinguished marks of skilled artisans from Kushan Era. Spanning from the ancient Indus Valley Civilization and Mauryan period to the Pyu C

This collection of antique etched carnelian beads bears the distinguished marks of skilled artisans from Kushan Era. Spanning from the ancient Indus Valley Civilization and Mauryan period to the Pyu C

This collection of antique etched carnelian beads bears the distinguished marks of skilled artisans from Kushan Era. Spanning from the ancient Indus Valley Civilization and Mauryan period to the Pyu C

This compelling lot of six Indo-Himalayan etched carnelian dzi beads, dating back to between the 1st millennium BCE and the 1st millennium CE, showcases the intricate craftsmanship of ancient artisans

Dimension: 8.8x8.6mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 5.6-7mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $2

Dimension: 11x8.8mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $

This steatite dice bead from ancient Mesopotamia, intricately carved with circular motifs, speaks of the region's advanced culture where such items likely held significance in trade, gaming, or as per

Dimension: 10.4x9.4mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 6.4x5.5mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 10.3mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $28

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd to 1st millennium BCE. A pretty disc shaped lapis seal bead with a motif etched into the flat face. The disc is pierced for suspension through the center. The incised pa

Dimension: 9.2mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $280

Dimension: 10.5x8.5mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 10.3x9.5mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 10.5x9.4mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 5.3-7mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $2

Dimension: 9.5x9mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $2

Dimension: 20.5x7.5mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate:

Dimension: 11x10mm Rarity Level: Highly Rare This bead, stemming from the Pyu era, represents a unique piece of history from an ancient civilization that existed nearly two millennia ago. Estimate: $2

This collection of ancient carnelian beads, each approximately 0.8 x 1.0 cm, showcases a variety of hues from rich, deep reds to light, creamy oranges. The beads are believed to date from the 1st mill

This ancient bead, crafted from richly hued carnelian, exemplifies the sophisticated bead-making techniques of the Indus Valley Civilization. Its elongated cylindrical shape and weathered surface bear