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Six Beads with Granulated Decoration

India or Bactria

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Faceted beads have been found at ancient sites in Pakistan, Myanmar, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and China, suggesting that they were highly sought-after trade items. Recent finds from Afghanistan link these beads to ancient Bactria and Persia, two cultures with a long tradition of refined jewelry production.

Six Beads with Granulated Decoration, Gold with granulation, India or Bactria

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Six Beads with Granulated Decoration, Gold with granulation, India or Bactria
Six Beads with Granulated Decoration, Gold with granulation, India or Bactria
Six Beads with Granulated Decoration, Gold with granulation, India or Bactria
Six Beads with Granulated Decoration, Gold with granulation, India or Bactria

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