2 Jatim Java Beads Copies Indonesia Cooper Collection

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. Provenance: Austin Cooper Collection The collection of Austin Cooper, whose collection, was built over 30 years ago, 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. 2 BeadsBead Size: 33-34 mm diameter, 29-31 mm p-p. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter). 137130