Product Description: This strand of etched carnelian beads boasts a vibrant, translucent color with distinct white patterns, offering a high-quality appeal. Perfect for collectors and jewelry enthusiasts alike, this piece reflects ancient craftsmanship at its finest.

Specifications:

• Estimated Production Period: 2500 BCE to 1800 BCE
• Length (excluding string): Approximately 56cm
• Bead Size:
  • Large Beads: Approximately 18mm x 12mm
  • Small Beads: Approximately 8mm x 8mm
• Weight: 48g
• Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.
• Attention: The actual product may appear slightly different from the photos due to lighting conditions and other factors. Photos were taken under artificial lighting to best capture the color in a bright indoor setting.

About Etched Carnelian:

Originating from the Indus Valley Civilization, these carnelian beads are etched with patterns using natron liquid derived from plants and baked at low temperatures of 300 to 400 degrees Celsius. While they have also been unearthed in Mesopotamian and Afghan excavations, it's believed that those made in the Indus River basin were transported via land and sea routes.