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Lot 0417: COLLECTION OF ANCIENT BURMESE PUMTEK AND PYU BEADS

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A collection of ancient beads from Burma. Ca. 800 BC to 200 AD. A total of 11 items made of palmwood. Seven round striped pumtek beads. Three elongated striped and one square pyu beads. The word pumtek means buried thunderbolt which is a reference to the lines and zigzags etched onto the beads. Pyu beads are said to have represented military rank. Historical Collectibles, Archaeological Relics, Ethnic Jewelry, Oriental South Asian Items, Myanmar.

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Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
Smallest piece D 3/8 in. Largest piece L 1 7/8 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

January 13th, 2024

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$115.20