Object Description
A fine restrung ancient Egyptian necklace featuring a variety of coloured faience beads. The piece begins with long tubular beads consisting of turquoise, green and natural coloured faience. The body of the necklace is comprised of smaller spherical and discoid shaped beads which alternate between blue, turquoise, green, red, black and natural toned faience; 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: 26.6 cm
Date: Circa 664 – 525 BC
Period: Late Period