Origin: Egypt Circa: 1600 BC to 1100 BC Collection: Egyptian Medium: faience/amber $680.00 Location: United States

Origin: Egypt Circa: 1600 BC to 1100 BC Collection: Egyptian Medium: faience/amber $680.00 Location: United States   « Less

Forty-eight striated beads comprise this necklace. Each bead has a bulbous shape with a wide middle that narrows at the top and bottom. They become progressively larger  More »

Forty-eight striated beads comprise this necklace. Each bead has a bulbous shape with a wide middle that narrows at the top and bottom. They become progressively larger towards the end of the strand. The effect is of geometric unity, combined with texture, creating a sense of continuous movement. Such 'energy' is produced not only by design, but also by the gold itself. This necklace most probably adorned the neck of a wealthy lady, perhaps given as part of a large dowry. Its elegance is as impressive today as it was when first made so long ago. - (FJ.6449) Origin: Afghanistan Circa: 1600 AD to 1800 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Gold   « Less

The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the  More »

The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the crowd. Throughout antiquity, in every great culture, beads were formed from colored gems, glass, ceramic, shell, bone and metal in an endless variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes they were worn for their magical or curative powers, at other times simply for their beauty. They were worn by people, highborn and low, the citizen of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Judea, Greece, Rome and Byzantium. Frequently these jewels, so prized in life, were buried with their owners to adorn them through eternity. When we wear them today, we add another chapter to their long and fascinating history. - (SB.0008) Origin: Eastern Mediterannean Circa: 1900 BC to 600 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Jasper, Rock Crystal   « Less

The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the  More »

The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the crowd. Throughout antiquity, in every great culture, beads were formed from colored gems, glass, ceramic, shell, bone and metal in an endless variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes they were worn for their magical or curative powers, at other times simply for their beauty. They were worn by people, highborn and low, the citizen of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Judea, Greece, Rome and Byzantium. Frequently these jewels, so prized in life, were buried with their owners to adorn them through eternity. When we wear them today, we add another chapter to their long and fascinating history. - (SB.0010) Origin: Bab Ed Rah'h, Jordan Circa: 3300 BC to 1600 BC Collection: Jewelry Style: Biblical Medium: Ivory   « Less

Origin: Middle East Circa: 600 BC to 600 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Glass

Origin: Middle East Circa: 600 BC to 600 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Glass   « Less

Amber, the fossilized resin of extinct trees, is one of the oldest gems known to man. Amulets made from it have been found in tombs dating from the Stone Age. Of rich color,  More »

Amber, the fossilized resin of extinct trees, is one of the oldest gems known to man. Amulets made from it have been found in tombs dating from the Stone Age. Of rich color, its electrical properties made it magic to primitive man and this fascination has continued to the present day. Widespread trade in amber began over 9,000 years ago, when it traveled from the Baltic region to the palaces and cities of the ancient Mediterranean, such as Knossos and Mycenae. It was believed in Antiquity-- as now-- that amber could cure numerous ailments and avert evil or prevent witchcraft. Ancient myths ascribed its origins to the rays of the setting sun, cooled in the ocean; to the tears of rare birds; or to the urine of the lynx. Homer makes mention of amber in the Odyssey. In prehistoric times, the resin oozing from trees sometimes encased insects and other specimens of natural life. These inclusions are highly prized today. Amber varies in color from pale yellow, to rich honey brown, to deep orange to red. Soothing to the touch as well as to the eye, it is still one of the most popular gems after the passage of millennia. - (SB.0054) Origin: Israel Circa: 3300 AD to 300 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Biblical Medium: Amber, Pearl   « Less

The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the  More »

The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the crowd. Throughout antiquity, in every great culture, beads were formed from colored gems, glass, ceramic, shell, bone and metal in an endless variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes they were worn for their magical or curative powers, at other times simply for their beauty. They were worn by people, highborn and low, the citizen of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Judea, Greece, Rome and Byzantium. Frequently these jewels, so prized in life, were buried with their owners to adorn them through eternity. When we wear them today, we add another chapter to their long and fascinating history. - (SB.0072) Origin: Bethlehem, Israel Circa: 100 AD to 350 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Glass   « Less

Necklace composed of antique carnelian, rock crystal, garnet and faience beads dating from the early Bronze Age through the Roman period. The love of ornament is as old as  More »

Necklace composed of antique carnelian, rock crystal, garnet and faience beads dating from the early Bronze Age through the Roman period. The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the crowd. Throughout antiquity, in every great culture, beads were formed from colored gems, glass, ceramic, shell, bone and metal in an endless variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes they were worn for their magical or curative powers, at other times simply for their beauty. They were worn by people, highborn and low, the citizen of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Judea, Greece, Rome and Byzantium. Frequently these jewels, so prized in life, were buried with their owners to adorn them through eternity. When we wear them today, we add another chapter to their long and fascinating history. - (SB.0142) Origin: Eastern Mediterranean Circa: 3300 AD to 300 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Faience-Carnelian   « Less

Necklace composed of antique carnelian and rock crystal beads dating from the early Bronze Age through the Roman period. The love of ornament is as old as civilization  More »

Necklace composed of antique carnelian and rock crystal beads dating from the early Bronze Age through the Roman period. The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the crowd. Throughout antiquity, in every great culture, beads were formed from colored gems, glass, ceramic, shell, bone and metal in an endless variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes they were worn for their magical or curative powers, at other times simply for their beauty. They were worn by people, highborn and low, the citizen of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Judea, Greece, Rome and Byzantium. Frequently these jewels, so prized in life, were buried with their owners to adorn them through eternity. When we wear them today, we add another chapter to their long and fascinating history. - (SB.0155) Origin: Eastern Mediterranean Circa: 3300 BC to 300 AD Collection: Jewelry Medium: Carnelian, Crystal   « Less

Necklace composed of antique carnelian and agate beads dating from the early Bronze Age through the Roman period. The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By  More »

Necklace composed of antique carnelian and agate beads dating from the early Bronze Age through the Roman period. The love of ornament is as old as civilization itself. By wearing jewelry that is unusual or unique, we define ourselves as individuals and set ourselves apart from the crowd. Throughout antiquity, in every great culture, beads were formed from colored gems, glass, ceramic, shell, bone and metal in an endless variety of shapes and sizes. Sometimes they were worn for their magical or curative powers, at other times simply for their beauty. They were worn by people, highborn and low, the citizen of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Judea, Greece, Rome and Byzantium. Frequently these jewels, so prized in life, were buried with their owners to adorn them through eternity. When we wear them today, we add another chapter to their long and fascinating history. - (SB.0157) Origin: Eastern Mediterranean Circa: 3300 BC to 300 AD Collection: Jewelry Style: Early Bronze Age-Roman Period Medium: Carnelian, Agate   « Less