Ancient Bactrian Agate Strand, A shells Gold vermeil S-clasp

Gold vermeil S-clasp

Worn with some patina

made in the Czech Republic in the early 1900's

beloved to have protective powers for the wearer

Ancient Bactrian Agate Strand, A shells Gold vermeil S-claspBeautiful and rare very old agate beads from the ancient central Asian country of Bactria. Strung and traded from Afghanistan. These are quite old, best guess 1000 1200 years old, highly collectible with striation and subtle colors." One plastic bead, and one glass bead. All the rest are ancient stone. Some are damaged, but overall a glorious strand! 12mm 20mm diameter graduated sizes, center bead measures 32mm tall x 25mm diameter. 30 beads on the