Javanese Bead Manik Sayur

Product Description: Discover the antique charm of the Javanese Bead Manik Sayur, an exquisite piece adorned with intricate mosaic patterns. Known as the "Vegetable Bead," this single bead showcases the wear and tear, scratches, and chips acquired over centuries.

Specifications:

• Origin: Indonesia
• Estimated Production Period: 4th to 19th century
• Size: Diameter 28mm x Height 28mm
• Hole Size: 5mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, it may exhibit signs of damage such as scratches, cracks, and chips.

Important Information:

Due to lighting conditions during photography, the actual product may appear slightly different from the images. The colors shown reflect how they look under bright indoor lighting.

About Javanese Beads (4th to 19th Century):

These beads, unearthed from Java Island in Indonesia, are known for their glass patterns and are affectionately named based on their appearance, such as Vegetable Bead (Manik Sayur), Lizard Bead (Manik Tokek), and Bird Bead (Manik Burung). The exact dates and origins of these beads remain debated among researchers. This particular bead is a rare and large Javanese bead, with its dating spanning from the 4th to the 19th century due to ongoing scholarly discussions.