Ancient Chinese Warring States Bead

Product Description: This piece is an Ancient Chinese Warring States Bead, adorned with concentric circle patterns. The intricate blue glasswork is stunning, and the bead is in generally good condition, making it a rare and valuable item.

Specifications:

• Origin: China
• Estimated Production Period: 5th to 3rd century BCE
• Size: Diameter 19mm × Height 17mm
• Hole Size: 5mm
• Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may have some scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

Due to lighting conditions and other factors, the actual product may appear slightly different from the photos. Additionally, the colors are depicted as they appear in a brightly lit interior setting.

About Ancient Chinese Warring States Beads:

Warring States Beads, also known as "Sen Koku Dama," were created during the Warring States period of China, approximately from the 5th to 3rd century BCE, before the unification of China by the Qin dynasty. The oldest glass in China, dating back to the 11th to 8th centuries BCE, was excavated in Luoyang, Henan Province. However, it wasn't until the Warring States period that glass products began to be widely used. Early Warring States beads were primarily made of faience, a ceramic material decorated with glass patterns. Later, fully glass beads were produced. Common designs include "Seven Star Beads" and "Eye Beads," characterized by dotted patterns. While many of the glass-making techniques and design elements in this period were influenced by Western Asia, the materials used in Chinese glass from this era differ in composition. This highlights the advanced glass-making technology of ancient China, particularly evident in Warring States beads. These beads are not only of historical significance as the beginning of China's glass history but are also highly appreciated by collectors for their rich designs and colors.