A superb Persian Gold, Garnet, and Crystal Necklace, Achaemenid Period, ca 550 - 300 BCE Medium - Textile was associated in ancient Costa

was associated in ancient Costa Rican belief systems with death

Medium: Acrylic on Linen

Representing the god Thoth

Provenance: James Corones private collection

A superb Persian Gold, Garnet, and Crystal Necklace, Achaemenid Period, ca 550 - 300 BCE Medium - Textile was associated in ancient CostaThis exceptional necklace is composed of ancient gold, garnet, and crystal beads. The warm glow of the hollow gold beads contrasts elegantly with the deep wine red of the garnets and the soft translucence of the crystal. The gold elements include both ribbed and lenticular forms, their hammered and repouss surfaces catching the light with subtle shimmer. Garnet beads, some slightly irregular in shape, provide a rich color anchor, while the