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Javanese Bead

Javanese Bead

SKU:abz0320-080

Regular price ¥30,000 JPY
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Product Description: This is a medium-sized Javanese Mosaic Bead, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and subtle wear from age. Its detailed design is truly captivating, reflecting the artistry of its time.

Specifications:

  • Origin: Indonesia
  • Estimated Production Era: 4th to 19th Century
  • Dimensions: Diameter 19mm x Height 16mm
  • Hole Size: 3mm
  • Special Notes: Please note that as an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, and chips.

Important Notice:

Due to the nature of photography and lighting conditions, the actual product may appear slightly different from the images. The color representation is based on a brightly lit indoor setting.

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

These beads originate from Java, Indonesia. Javanese beads are renowned for their glass patterns and are affectionately known by various names such as Vegetable Beads (Manik Sayur), Lizard Beads (Manik Tokek), and Bird Beads (Manik Burung). Despite ongoing research, the exact production period and location remain subjects of debate among scholars. This particular bead is a rare, large-sized Javanese bead, with an estimated production era spanning from the 4th to the 19th century, as current research has not reached a consensus on its precise dating.

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