An Islamic Gold, Garnet, and Turquoise Bead Necklace, Middle Islamic/Byzantine Period, ca. 8th - 9th century CE Jewelry - Gemstones 2010 Star Dreaming

2010 Star Dreaming

whose medieval crusader coins were sold in a single-owner sale at Sotheby’s

and a suspension loop

The surface has developed a fine olive-green patina with reddish mineral deposits in recessed areas

The deep green stone of this example indicates it comes from ancient Costa Rica

An Islamic Gold, Garnet, and Turquoise Bead Necklace, Middle Islamic/Byzantine Period, ca. 8th - 9th century CE Jewelry - Gemstones 2010 Star DreamingA single strand necklace composed of eighteen large, highly detailed, gold beads of openwork design embellished by filigree and granulation, each having repeating stylized cross elements with roundel borders, and set with four deep red garnets. They are interspersed with later rich Persian turquoise ball beads. Modern strung, with modern turquoise inlaid gold clasp. Originally called piruzeh in Persian, the gem has spiritual value in Persian culture