Lot 2840

An Antique German Idar-Oberstein Agate Cylinder Bead, 17th-19th Century

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An Antique German Idar-Oberstein Agate Cylinder Bead, 17th-19th Century

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Description

This slender agate cylinder bead, with its earthy bands of amber and chocolate hues, hails from the historic European bead-making town of Idar-Oberstein, Germany. Known for its agate deposits and artisanal craftsmanship, this region produced such beads primarily for trade in Africa during the 17th to 19th centuries. The bead?€?s polished surface and banded patterns speak to the era?€?s appreciation for natural beauty in everyday objects.

Provenance:
Likely part of a merchant?€?s collection in Idar-Oberstein.

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Offered with a distinctive ERC-1155 token on the Ethereum network, this token substantiates the bead's lineage. The token, a digital representation of the bead?€?s heritage, will be provided after purchase confirmation. To obtain the NFT, submit an Ethereum wallet address beginning with "0x". Token claim is optional.

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Dimensions

2 x 0.6 cm

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An Antique German Idar-Oberstein Agate Cylinder Bead, 17th-19th Century

Name: An Antique German Idar-Oberstein Agate Cylinder Bead, 17th-19th Century
SKU: 178051317
Price: 20 USD
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