Dragonfly Eye Glass Bead Warring States Period, China (475–221 BCE)

Dragonfly Eye Glass Bead Warring States Period, China (475–221 BCE)

Warring States Period Glass Bead
A striking blue bead from ancient China (475–221 BCE), featuring red circular “eye” patterns outlined in white. Known as a “dragonfly eye bead,” it was often used as a protective charm and valued ornament.

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Dragonfly Eye Glass Bead Warring States Period, China (475–221 BCE)

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Product Description

This is a glass bead from the Warring States period (475–221 BCE) of ancient China. These are often referred to as “dragonfly eye beads” due to their distinctive circular, eye-like patterns.

Material: Glass
Color: Predominantly blue-green with red “eyes” encircled by white bands
Period: Warring States (approx. 5th–3rd century BCE)
Origin: Ancient China, though similar styles were also made in other regions like the Mediterranean

These beads were prized luxury items, often used as ornaments, charms, or in burial goods. The “eyes” were believed to provide protection from evil, functioning as a talisman.