Ancient Central Asian Bactrian Alabaster Butterfly Bead, c. 2nd–1st Millennium BCE

This agate bead, with its subtle coloration and sophisticated craftsmanship, likely originates from the Greco-Bactrian period. Characterized by a blend of Greek and Central Asian artistic influences,

This agate bead, with its subtle coloration and sophisticated craftsmanship, likely originates from the Greco-Bactrian period. Characterized by a blend of Greek and Central Asian artistic influences,

Ancient Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd millennium BCE. A tall and slender vase that is hand-carved from creamy honey-yellow alabaster that fluoresces when placed next to a bright light. The vessel fea

Ancient Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. A delightful offering jar, skillfully hand-sculpted from alabaster with natural banding in hues of cream, almond, peach, champagne, and va

**Originally Listed At $500** Ancient Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd millennium BCE. A nice set of 3 hand-carved alabaster jars of light honey-yellow hues, the 2 largest with integral banding inside t

**Originally Listed At $250** Ancient Central/Western Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. 1st millennium BCE. A beautiful and wearable necklace comprised of 42 hand-carved stones of cylindrical, ovoid, or tubu

**Originally Listed At $400** Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. late 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. Eighteen agate beads, each one of relatively large lozenge forms - boasting stunning natural vein patterns in

ANCIENT CENTRAL ASIA, BACTRIA, CIRCA . 3RD TO 2ND MILLENNIUM BCE. A FINELY-CARVED GLASS STAMP SEAL BEAD WITH A PIERCED SUSPENSION HOLE, AND A FLAT STAMP FACE. THE STAMP IS INCISED WITH AN IMAGE OF A B

**Originally Listed At $600** Central Asia, Bactria (Bactria-Margiana/BMAC), ca. 2nd millennium BCE. A shallow dish carved from creamy alabaster in tones ranging from nearly white to pale orange, with

West-Central Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. early 1st millennium BCE. Stunning necklace comprised of 46 translucent carnelian beads in every shade of red under the sun. Different sizes, shapes and texture

**Originally Listed At $400** Central Asia, Bactrian culture, ca. 1st Millennium BCE. A beautiful Bactrian necklace composed of 49 polished carnelian beads - including a large near-spherical pendant a

**First Time At Auction** West-Central Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. early 1st millennium BCE. A stunning necklace comprised of beautiful carnelian beads of rounded, shell-like shapes and gorgeous vermil

West-Central Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. early 1st millennium BCE. A stunning necklace comprised of dozens of hand-carved, biconically drilled, somewhat translucent carnelian beads in every shade of go

Central Asia, Bactria-Margiana (BMAC) (Oxus Civilization), ca. 1st millennium BCE. A trio of large ancient beads, each triangular in form, with blunt edges and pierced through laterally for suspension

**Originally Listed At $400** Central / Western Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. 1st millennium BCE. An attractive and wearable necklace composed of beads shaped from various stone types in hues of emerald

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd to 1st millennium BCE. A pretty disc shaped lapis seal bead with a motif etched into the flat face. The disc is pierced for suspension through the center. The incised pa

**First Time At Auction** Central Asia, Bactrian Empire, ca. 1st millennium BCE; Eastern Mediterranean, Phoenicia, Iron Age, ca. 1200 BCE; Asia Minor, Turkey, Anatolia, ca. 7th century BCE. A great ga

This collection of ancient carnelian beads, each approximately 0.8 x 1.0 cm, showcases a variety of hues from rich, deep reds to light, creamy oranges. The beads are believed to date from the 1st mill

Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 1st millennium BCE. A wonderful cast-bronze warrior figure with a stiff frontal pose standing on an irregularly-shaped base. Both arms are bent at the elbow, the ri

This stylized animal figurine, carved from alabaster, is indicative of Bactrian artistic traditions from the 3rd to the 2nd millennium BCE. Its simplified form, with minimal detailing, suggests it was

Dimension: 9.9x9.1 mm Introduction: Immerse yourself in the mystery of the Bactrian era with this captivating copper alloy bead, showcasing the traditional eye motif representative of the 2nd to 1st m

This diverse collection features ancient beads made of stone and glass, spanning from the 1st millennium BCE to the 1st millennium CE. The beads represent a multitude of cultures, showcasing a variety

Category: Beads and Jewelry Components This group of seven monochrome cobalt blue glass beads from the 1st millennium BCE illustrates the advanced glassmaking techniques of the period. The deep blue h

**Originally Listed At $200** Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. A fine collection of 12 cast-bronze cloak pins of varying sizes presented in a myriad of different styles.