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William Ortega

William Ortega writes for the Jewels & Gemstones department at Matchless Pieces, covering the history, makers and collecting of jewels & gemstones.

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william.ortega@matchlesspieces.com
Necklace — Peru

Necklace

October 10, 2026Armlet of bazuband — India, Punjab, 18th-19th Century

Armlet of bazuband

October 10, 2026Petal-Shaped Bead — Anonymous, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)

Petal-Shaped Bead

October 10, 2026Element of Wig Decoration — Anonymous, Dynasty 12

Element of Wig Decoration

October 10, 2026Sidelock (one of a pair) — Anonymous, Dynasty 12

Sidelock (one of a pair)

October 10, 2026Petal-Shaped Bead — Anonymous, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)

Petal-Shaped Bead

October 10, 2026Headdress Ornament — China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Headdress Ornament

October 10, 2026String of Glass Beads — Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910)

String of Glass Beads

October 10, 2026Necklace Bead in the Form of a Fish — India, Shunga period (185–78 BCE)

Necklace Bead in the Form of a Fish

October 10, 2026Necklace Figurine Bead — Colombia

Necklace Figurine Bead

October 10, 2026

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