PCJ 060 Extremely Rare and Large Pre-Columbian Tubular Bead

Extremely large and fine jade-like tubular bead, dating from approximately 200 BC. This bead was sculpted from a high quality semi-translucent quartz type stone material . Please note the photos of the stringing hole ends, to have a sense of the translucent quality of this stunning bead. The bead originated in Western Mesoamerica, the part of Mexico that is now known as Colima. The provenance of this bead, is the Ron Merrick Gallery, of Santa Fe, New Mexico. This bead is a true museum-quality piece. There are no cracks; it is in entirely solid condition.

70mm x 21mm
50 grams