Gold Sandwich Beads Strand

Product Description: This is a Gold Sandwich Beads Strand.

Specifications:

• Length: 48cm
• Size of Central Bead: 12mm x 11mm

Note: As an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Gold Sandwich Beads (Gold Tombodama):

Era: 2nd century BCE to 2nd century CE

Origin: Alexandria (modern-day Egypt)

Technique: Core-wound application

These beads are crafted by applying a thin layer of gold leaf to the surface of a core, then covering it with glass of the same color, creating a gold-colored layer inside the bead.