Ancient Chinese Warring States Bead

Product Description: This is an Ancient Chinese Warring States Bead, featuring concentric circle patterns and small dot designs. Despite showing signs of aging with some chips and patina, the blue glass craftsmanship and small dots are still discernible, giving it a unique character.

Specifications:

• Origin: China
• Estimated Production Era: 5th to 3rd century BCE
• Size: Diameter 22mm, Height 17mm
• Hole Size: 13mm
• Special Notes: As this is an antique piece, it may have scratches, cracks, and chips.

Special Notes:

Images are for illustrative purposes only. The actual product may appear slightly different due to lighting conditions during photography. The colors seen in the images are based on viewing in a well-lit environment.

About Ancient Chinese Warring States Beads:

Warring States Beads are glass beads crafted during the Warring States period (5th to 3rd century BCE), before the unification of China by the Qin Dynasty. Although the earliest Chinese glass artifacts date back to the 11th to 8th century BCE and were excavated in Luoyang, Henan Province, glass products began to be widely circulated during the Warring States period. Early Warring States beads were primarily made of faience, a ceramic material decorated with glass patterns. Later, fully glass beads were also produced. Common designs include the "Seven Star Bead" and "Eye Bead," characterized by dot patterns. While many design elements and techniques were influenced by West Asian regions, such as Roman glass, the materials used in Chinese glass from this period differ in composition, highlighting the advanced glassmaking technology of ancient China. These beads not only hold historical significance as the beginning of China's glassmaking history but are also highly appreciated for their rich designs and vibrant colors.