A Western Asiatic Banded Agate Bead Pendant, ca 1st millennium BCE 8mm bead Merymose’s victory is commemorated on

Merymose’s victory is commemorated on the reverse of a standing rock near the village of Tombos

all that will be is Om

but try not to touch or rub it

indicating information

Sonic pulses help scale away plaque & tartar

A Western Asiatic Banded Agate Bead Pendant, ca 1st millennium BCE 8mm bead Merymose’s victory is commemorated onWith its extra fine bands set in a soft matrix of white and maroon brown, agate was highly prized in ancient times for its scarcity, energy, and beauty. Of barrel shaped form, no doubt this pendant had great value as an exquisite and luxurious object illustrating the refinement and genius of the ancient artisan. The process of extraction, transportation, and craftsmanship of these beautiful hard stones required hours of labor, and such jewelry was