Banded Agate boat shaped banded agate bead in brown, beige, cream with super fine lines. This would make a lovely centerpiece for a collection or a necklace.
In ancient times they were sometimes capped with gold
These ancient Bactrian beads made in Afghanistan 4000-5000 years ago, were traded throughout the region to the ancient cities of Ur, Catal Huyuk, and Tepe Hissar among others.
See the History of Beads p.44 and Timeline for Afghanistan 2800-2000 BC for more info
The surface of these boat-shaped beads, also called "leech beads" for reasons I don't understand, are a silky smooth and semi-matte.
Only one available here
I'm listing it with the ancient glass beads as well as in gemstones to make it easier for collectors of ancient beads to find.
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