FIVE EARLY ISLAMIC GLASS BEADS SYRIA, 900–1200 AD
Name: FIVE EARLY ISLAMIC GLASS BEADS SYRIA, 900–1200 AD
Description: Group of five elongated mosaic glass beads, decorated with repeated floral and rosette motifs formed from polychrome glass canes. The beads display a characteristic combination of dark green, cream, red, and yellow tones, with surface wear consistent with age and use.
Produced using advanced mosaic and cane-slicing techniques, used as elements of necklaces or other personal adornments, they illustrate the continuity and refinement of ancient glass working traditions.
Length between 3.0 and 3.8 cm.
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Name: FIVE EARLY ISLAMIC GLASS BEADS SYRIA, 900–1200 AD
Description: Group of five elongated mosaic glass beads, decorated with repeated floral and rosette motifs formed from polychrome glass canes. The beads display a characteristic combination of dark green, cream, red, and yellow tones, with surface wear consistent with age and use.
Produced using advanced mosaic and cane-slicing techniques, used as elements of necklaces or other personal adornments, they illustrate the continuity and refinement of ancient glass working traditions.
Length between 3.0 and 3.8 cm.