ANCIENT ANDARA CARVING MONATOMIC PRIMA MATRA GLASS ARTIFACT
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This is an ancient prima matra glass carving from Inner Mongolia, and is estimated to be between 6700 and 4900 years old. Prima matra glass is also known as Andara. I am writing a book about this material, and one of the first notes I made more than 3 years ago was that if it is indeed a natural material, then ancient artifacts and carvings made from it must surely exist. Well, I am happy to report that they do, and this is one of them. I have collected both anc...ient and period carvings and rough pieces from several locations around the world over the last few years. During my research, I learned that this material was regarded as an imperial national treasure in China until the 1700's. It is nearly impervious to long term weathering, and is as hard to cut/carve as jade according to ancient monastic writings and temple documents. This piece is 2.55 inches long and weighs 89 grams. I believe this piece depicts a variation of what is known as the double dragon omega star gate, which our ancient ancestors and visitors may have used to come and go. Domestic shipping with delivery confirmation on this item is free. Thanks for shopping :)
