West Asian Carnelian Inlay Square Tablet Bead Bracelet (17cm wrist circumference)

West Asian Carnelian Inlay Square Tablet Bead Bracelet 8 tablet beads, diverse totems, bearing the traces of time from buried ancient beads This bracelet is composed of 8 square tablet beads of West Asian carnelian with inlay. These are unearthed ancient beads, classified under the West Asian bead system, with common origins including regions like Pakistan, Afghanistan, and northern Myanmar. Each tablet bead features different inlay totem variations. The arrangement of the square beads is neat and substantial, offering a sense of groundedness and antique visual appeal that differs from round beads. The beads exhibit burial characteristics such as gray patina and crackle, these are natural changes resulting from prolonged burial, and are what distinguish ancient beads from modern replicas in their aura. Inlaid ancient beads served early on as protective talismans and personal adornments, considered as cherished accessories that could accompany one and bring a sense of calm. The warm, steady carnelian, paired with tablet beads of various totems, imbues the piece with both the historical essence of ancient beads and suitability for daily wear and collection. Wrist circumference approximately 17 cm. 3200-115.07.02