Gold Sandwich Beads Strand

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

Size:

• Length: 43 cm
• Size of central bead: 7mm x 6mm

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

About Gold Sandwich Beads (Golden Dragonfly):

Era: 2nd century BC to 2nd century AD

Origin: Alexandria (modern-day Egypt)

Technique: Core-wound application

These beads are created by applying a thin layer of gold leaf to the surface of the core, then covering it with glass of the same color to form a golden layer inside the bead.