SKU: 137597
Jatim Java Bead Indonesia Cooper Collection
Bead Size: 37 mm diameter, 40 mm p-p. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).
$290.00
Description
From the collection of Austin Cooper, whose collection, built over 30 years, contained superb examples of ancient beads, Venetian and other European trade beads, Bodom, Akoso, and Kiffa beads, Jatim and other rare Asian beads. Austin had a superb eye, and Africa Direct is proud to be able to offer his beads, his legacy, many of which are of a quality rarely available today.
Ancient Jatim glass beads were produced in Java, Indonesia from 900 A.D. and earlier. These beads show the influence of Roman and Middle Eastern beadmakers that pre-date Islam. This is a modern reproduction.
Transcribed:
"Looks like new carving of quaran. I was able to read: 'In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful'. Also written are the names of the angels Azrael and Israfil, and the name of the Prophet Muhammadÿå. The writing is dotted. This is evidence that it is not very old. I think it is from the Ottoman or Ayyubid era"
In the name of God, the merciful, the compassionate. Oh, God of "Gabriel", "Michael", "Ezraefiel", and "Azrail", and of Abraham, Ismael, Isaac, Testament, the Evangels, and the Koran.
There is no power and authority beyond God's, which is lofty and great. There is no God but God, the resplendent Lord of truth. Mohammed, the messenger of God, is the true trustee of the covenant. God's praise and glory be upon him and his descendants.
Certificate included.
CLM0521
137597
Approximate Age: early 20th Century estimate
People: Indonesian
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Size Details
Bead Size: 37 mm diameter, 40 mm p-p. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).
Material
Material: glass
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.