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Description
Description
A finely composed ancient Persian necklace formed from graduated lapis lazuli beads of elongated and rounded form, dating to the 3rd century BC. The rich cobalt-blue tones of the lapis are beautifully contrasted by smaller decorative spacer beads, creating an elegant and balanced arrangement characteristic of Achaemenid jewelry traditions.
Highly prized throughout the ancient Near East, lapis lazuli was associated with royalty, prestige, and protection, and was imported into the Persian Empire through extensive trade networks spanning Central Asia and Mesopotamia.
Period and Time
Period and Time
Achaemenid Persian Period, 3rd Century BC
The Achaemenid Empire was renowned for its refined artistic traditions and luxury craftsmanship. Jewelry of this type would have been worn by members of the aristocracy and wealthy elite throughout the Persian world.
Material
Material
Lapis Lazuli, Stone Beads
Carved from natural lapis lazuli, a highly prized semi-precious stone celebrated for its deep celestial-blue coloration. Ancient lapis was sourced primarily from Afghanistan and traded extensively across the ancient world.
