Ancient Glass Beads, Afghanistan lacquer Both beads are 10mm diameter

Both beads are 10mm diameter

some variety of size and shape

6mm x 9mm bead with 2

Dutch made in the 1700's for trade in Africa

Ancient Glass Beads, Afghanistan lacquer Both beads are 10mm diameter16. 5" strand of graduated ancient glass beads from Afghanistan. Created over 2,000 years ago during the Roman Period, these Afghan beads are a mixture of beige, clear, and green glass, sphere and rondelle shapes, some with subtle texture and some calcification. Size ranges from 4mm diameter 12mm diameter. Fairly fragile beads, and so so rare!! Last pictures show 2 strands, A & B. These were traded along the Silk Road in ancient times, from my