Very Old Black and White Diamond-Shaped Flat Slate Beads, Egypt - Rita Okrent Collection (AN186b) roman glass Ancient beads

Ancient beads

Ancient faience seal

Vintage mixed brass and coin silver spacers

Measures 2" across

Measurements and additional photos coming soon

Very Old Black and White Diamond-Shaped Flat Slate Beads, Egypt - Rita Okrent Collection (AN186b) roman glass Ancient beadsVery Old Black and White Diamond Shaped Flat Slate Beads, Egypt. An unusual and interesting strand of beads. Likely to be at least 1000 years old. 62 beads. Mostly diamond shaped but some triangles and squares. 8 beads have significant damage, other beads have wear but are in good condition. Rita purchased this strand in Cairo in the 1980's and intended to use it for her own designs. Antiquity Item 186b