Gold Sandwich Beads Strand

Product Description: This is a strand of Gold Sandwich beads.

Specifications:

• Length: 45cm
• Size of Center Bead: 14mm x 14mm x 2mm

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

About Gold Sandwich (Kin Tonbo) Beads:

• Era: 2nd century BCE to 2nd century CE
• Origin: Alexandria (present-day Egypt)
• Technique: Core-wound application
• These beads feature a thin layer of gold leaf applied to the surface of the core, covered with glass of the same color to create an internal gold layer.