Ancient Gold Necklace with Gemstones

The Ancient Gold Necklace with Gemstones is a piece of gold jewelry, consisting of thirteen circular and oval rings adorned with gemstones. Each pair of rings is separated by two white pearl beads positioned opposite each other along the edges of the necklace. The necklace features a total of twenty-four white pearls and measures 22.5 cm in length. It was used as an ornamental accessory. It was discovered in the historic city of Thaj, the largest archaeological site from the Hellenistic period in the eastern Arabian Peninsula. The site is located about eighty-five km southwest of al-Jubail City in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.‏

The gold necklace with gemstones dates back to the first millennium BCE and is preserved at the Saudi National Museum in Riyadh. It was selected as part of a diverse collection of archaeological discoveries from Saudi Arabia showcased in the Saudi Archeological Masterpieces Through the Ages Exhibition, which toured several countries worldwide. The discovery of the necklace is among the findings from archaeological surveys and excavations conducted by the antiquities and museums sector in Saudi Arabia over the past years, as well as discoveries made by Saudi archaeologists and scientific expeditions.

The necklace is notable for its simple design and the combination of precious materials. Its aesthetic value adds to the legacy of Arab women's appreciation for beauty and reflects an advanced economic status that enabled her to acquire valuable jewelry. The gold necklace with gemstones is registered under number 2062.