Surya

Ancient and rare turquoise melon beads, most likely originating in the mountainous regions of Afghanistan and crafted by talented artisans in the early cities of Sumeria or Mesopotamia, circa 3000-2600BC. The ‘melon’ shape is often found in ancient ornament. Combined with tiffany-like favrille glass beads, early 20th century, and signature 22k detailing.