Carnelian, Ancient Etched Coin Shape Beads, Set of 5, Largest 14mm diameter
SKU: GMO-337
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Description
- Set of 4 ancient etched coin shape carnelian beads ranging in diameter from 10-14mm and one mystery white and black bead, possibly carnelian turned white due to conditions it was buried in and later decorated in black
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These beads were produced, and widely traded throughout Afghanistan, the Indus Valley, Mesopotamia and even as far as Ancient Egypt between 2500-1600 BCE
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After the hard carnelian beads were laboriously shaped, drilled, and polished, the delicate etching process involved making a paste of sodium carbonate with the juice of a plant, painting it onto the bead, and firing at precise temperatures.