Egyptian Polychrome Faience Beaded Necklace

Object Description

A beautiful restrung ancient Egyptian necklace featuring a variety of coloured faience beads. The body of the necklace is comprised of small spherical and discoid shaped beads, with a few additional short tubular beads. The beads alternate between blue, turquoise, green, red, black and natural toned faience in a variety of hues; creating a wonderful mosaic like impression. The piece is finished with a gold-plated clasp (please be aware the clasp has not been professionally tied).

Half-length: 24.5cm

Date: Circa 664 – 525 BC
Period: Late Period

Object History

From the private collection of Mr F. A., South Kensington, London, UK, acquired before 1979, thence by descent 2014.

Object Condition

Excellent condition. The necklace has been restrung.

Object Details