An Islamic Gold, Garnet, and Turquoise Bead Necklace, Middle Islamic/Byzantine Period, ca. 8th - 9th century CE Byzantine In consultation with academics and

In consultation with academics and dealers

and steps add a touch of elegance to this beautifully crafted piece

which is lightweight and durable

) Not stretched

and form strongly associate this piece with the militarized aristocracy of early Kievan Rus

An Islamic Gold, Garnet, and Turquoise Bead Necklace, Middle Islamic/Byzantine Period, ca. 8th - 9th century CE Byzantine In consultation with academics andA 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