Product Description: This bead, known as "Bactrian Agate," is an ancient agate bead excavated from the region around Afghanistan.
Specifications:
Origin: Region around Afghanistan
Estimated Production Era: 2nd to 1st Century BCE
Diameter: 10mm
Length: 21mm
Hole Size: 2.5mm
Special Notes:
As this is an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips. Please check the photos for any new chips that may have developed.
About Bactrian Agate:
Bactria is a historical region that spanned present-day northeastern Iran, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan. Due to frequent changes in rulers, it was governed by various dynasties, making its precise origins unclear. However, the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom, established in the 3rd to 2nd century BCE, was known for its thriving commerce and craftsmanship. Bactria was also a key center along the Silk Road trade route. Ancient beads made in the Bactrian region often traveled through the Silk Road, and are frequently excavated in places like Tibet.
