Ancient Chinese Warring States Bead

Product Description: This is an Ancient Chinese Warring States Bead featuring concentric circles and small dot patterns. The bead shows signs of aging, including chips and wear. It is a relatively large glass bead with a notably large hole.

Specifications:

• Origin: China
• Estimated Production Period: 5th to 3rd century BCE
• Dimensions: Diameter 23mm x Height 19mm
• Hole Size: 11mm
• Special Notes:
  • This is an antique item and may have scratches, cracks, or chips.
  • Due to lighting conditions during photography, actual product color may slightly differ from the images. The colors appear as seen under bright indoor lighting.

About Ancient Chinese Warring States Beads:

Warring States Beads - These glass beads, dating back to the Warring States period (5th to 3rd century BCE) before the unification of China by the Qin dynasty, are known as "Warring States Beads." The earliest Chinese glass, dating to the 11th to 8th century BCE, was discovered in Luoyang, Henan Province. However, it was during the Warring States period that glass products began to see widespread use. Early Warring States beads were primarily made from faience, a ceramic material decorated with glass patterns, before transitioning to fully glass beads.

The patterns often included designs like "Seven Star Beads" and "Eye Beads," characterized by dot patterns. Although the glass-making techniques and design elements were influenced by Western Asia, including Roman glass, the materials used in Chinese glass from this period were distinct, showcasing the advanced glass-making technology of ancient China. These beads are not only historically significant as the beginning of China's glass-making history but are also valued for their rich designs and vibrant colors, making them highly sought after by collectors.