A Maya Jade Bead, Classic Period, ca. 500 - 900 CE Price - Over $10000 was originally one of a

was originally one of a pair of horse-bits

Presented on a modern gold chain of 18K yellow gold

Dimensions: Height: 3

624–625 n

acquired between (1968-1970)

A Maya Jade Bead, Classic Period, ca. 500 - 900 CE Price - Over $10000 was originally one of aCarved from mottled sage green jadeite, this finely polished bead is fashioned into an ovoid form and incised with three shallow concentric rings encircling the body. The stone exhibits attractive variegation in tone and translucency, producing subtle tonal shifts when viewed in raking light. The combination of precise incisions and a high, almost buttery polish indicates skilled lapidary work consistent with Classic period Mesoamerican jade