A Medieval Islamic Egyptian Carnelian Bird Bead, c. 7th-13th Century CE
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Description
Evocative of the artistic synthesis during the Islamic period in Egypt, this substantial carnelian bead features a bird-style carving, a symbol often representing the soul?€?s flight in Islamic art. Its deep red hue and polished surface highlight the gemstone's quality, popular in personal ornamentation and trade across the Islamic world.
Provenance:
Sourced from a storied collection in Mumbai, home to a rich confluence of Islamic history and artistry.
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Paired with an ERC-1155 token as a digital testament to its authenticity. The digital certificate, issued on the Ethereum blockchain, will be transferred upon confirmation of payment. Opting out is possible by not providing a wallet address. Details will be provided ahead of the auction.
Provenance:
Sourced from a storied collection in Mumbai, home to a rich confluence of Islamic history and artistry.
Blockchain Verification:
Paired with an ERC-1155 token as a digital testament to its authenticity. The digital certificate, issued on the Ethereum blockchain, will be transferred upon confirmation of payment. Opting out is possible by not providing a wallet address. Details will be provided ahead of the auction.
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We expedite all shipments from Asia to the United States via Express service. For items valued below $100, we use overseas USPS service at $15 per parcel for packages under 100 grams. For items valued above $100, we use FedEx, with shipping fees starting at $35 per package, based on total weight and any applicable surcharges. To save on shipping, consider consolidating multiple items into one shipment. Please ensure payment for auctioned items within 3 days of the auction's conclusion.
'As Is' Sale Policy:
All items are sold 'as is' without warranties regarding condition, quality, or quantity. Our descriptions aim to be accurate and are based on subjective assessments.
Final Sale Policy:
All sales are final. We do not accept returns, exchanges, or offer refunds once an item has been sold. This ensures fairness and certainty in the auction process.
Buyer's Premium:
A buyer's premium will be added to the hammer price of each item, a standard practice in auctions. The total purchase price includes this premium.
Accuracy of Descriptions:
Descriptions should be considered guides. We encourage bidders to do their own research, inspect items personally, or request more information as needed. Our team is ready to assist with additional details to help in your decision-making process.
Responsibility of Bidders:
It is the bidder's responsibility to understand our terms and conditions, as well as any specific conditions related to particular auctions or items.
Buyer's Due Diligence:
Buyers are responsible for their own due diligence, including reviewing all provided materials and engaging external expertise if necessary. We are not liable for inaccuracies in condition reports or descriptions.
Dimensions
5.8 x 1.3 cm
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A Medieval Islamic Egyptian Carnelian Bird Bead, c. 7th-13th Century CE
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