Product Description: Introducing the charmingly weathered Antique Javanese Bead, known as Manik Sayur (Vegetable Bead). This unique piece showcases the beauty of age through its erosion, wear, and fine scratches, adding a depth of character to each bead.
Specifications:
Origin: Indonesia
Estimated Production Period: 4th to 19th Century
Size: Diameter 37mm × Height 37mm
Hole Size: 8mm
Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.
Important Notes:
Due to lighting conditions and the nature of photography, the actual product may appear slightly different from the photographs. The colors in the images are taken under bright indoor lighting.
About Javanese Beads (4th to 19th Century):
These beads, excavated from Java Island in Indonesia, are known for their distinctive glass patterns and are affectionately referred to by various names such as Manik Sayur (Vegetable Bead), Manik Tokke (Lizard Bead), and Manik Burung (Bird Bead). The exact age and production site of these beads remain a subject of debate among researchers. This particular Javanese bead is especially rare due to its large size, with historical dating spanning from the 4th to the 19th century reflecting ongoing scholarly discussions.
