Byzantine Pendant, with Decorated Glass and Melon Beads

Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid. Handmade pendant with Byzantine yellow and turquoise glass beads and an orange/red glass melon bead above a polychrome glass bead. The elongated dark glass body is decorated with an applied yellow glass layer and contrasting orange/red and turquoise glass prunts. The ancient beads are restrung with modern fittings, making them suitable for modern wear while preserving their historical charm. The pendant will be delivered in a jewellery box; a perfect gift for any occasion. Length: ± 44,3 mm Diameter beads: ± 7,7 mm maximum Certificate: Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher. Condition: Good condition and wearable. The ancient beads have been restrung and combined with modern gold-plated spacer beads and fittings. Minor surface irregularities and signs of wear consistent with age and use. Provenance: Composed of beads originating from various old collections, acquired in the UK between 2016–2024. Character: Each ancient bead displays subtle variations and signs of age, reflecting its long history and adding to the unique charm of every composition. Please note: Photographed in a professional studio against a deep black background to enhance contrast and detail. Studio lighting and individual screen settings may slightly affect the appearance of colours. Historical background: Glass has existed in natural forms since prehistoric times; however, humans first began producing glass around 4,000 years ago in Mesopotamia, when craftsmen discovered how to combine sand, soda and lime. For centuries, glass remained a luxury material reserved for the upper classes. Across the Mediterranean world, glassmakers developed techniques such as casting, core-forming and mosaic glass, while experimenting with colours using metallic oxides including cobalt and copper.

Estimate:£209.87

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