Ancient Chinese Eye Bead

Product Description: This antique bead features a dark blue glass base adorned with light blue layered eye motifs. The bead shows signs of its long burial, with soil residue and a thin brown patina visible on its surface.

Specifications:

• Origin: China
• Estimated Production Period: 5th century BCE - 3rd century BCE
• Size: Approximately 22mm in diameter × 17mm in height
• Hole Size: Approximately 7mm

Special Notes:

Due to the nature of antique items, there may be imperfections such as scratches, cracks, or chips. Please note that the actual product may appear slightly different from the photos due to lighting conditions during photography. The colors shown are those seen under well-lit indoor conditions.

About Warring States Beads:

Warring States Beads refer to glass beads crafted during the Warring States period in China, dating from the 5th to the 3rd century BCE, just before the unification of China by the Qin dynasty. The earliest Chinese glass artifacts date back to the 11th to 8th centuries BCE, discovered in Luoyang, Henan Province. However, it was during the Warring States period that glass products began to circulate more widely. Early Warring States beads often featured ceramic bases decorated with glass, known as faience. Later, fully glass beads were produced. Beads from this era frequently display patterns such as "Seven Star Beads" or "Layered Eye Beads," characterized by dotted motifs. While the techniques and design elements were influenced by West Asian regions, including Roman glass, the material composition of Chinese glass from this period differs, showcasing the advanced glass-making skills of ancient China. These beads are highly valued not only for their historical significance as the beginning of Chinese glass history but also for their rich designs and colors, attracting many enthusiasts.