Soft stone and glass.i didn't have time to look carefully. Maybe one small glass old
Hello Ali,
When you write "new," do you mean 'last week,' 'last month,' 'last year'—or do you suppose these are RECENT, versus being older (antique or ancient)?
Reasonable-appearing imitations have been circulating since the 1990s, and there are various types and editions. Some are even technically similar to ancient beads (though many are not).
In 2018 it might be possible to acquire imitation or reproduction decorated carnelian beads from 20 years ago; 10 years ago (for instance); or from more recent times.
It is helpful to see these things, and to know whatever information can be determined. I am glad you posted these beads. Jamey
Hi
Today i met another Afghani dealer with suspect beads.i am sure lapis lazurit beads and crystals are new.i leave glasses to you glass masters.
Ali
this animal statue is made of agate and recent.
There is an old indian carnelian in the center and on the left another old agate. The glass pendant in down picture also is old not ancient. let see what people say
i used to have this kind of glass beads.which i believe were using as board playing like backgammon.but this one i guess is new
where is this bazaar? I've definitely seen those lapis spoon beads sold on Ebay as ancient.
Hello Ali,
One has to wonder if your small animal has been recarved from a recent Indian or Chinese agate bead (?). I think this would not be difficult, and the result might be fairly compelling.
Most of the glass beads look good. Post-Roman through the Islamic Period. There are a few trade beads included, as often happens.
Be well. Jamey