Minerals and Metals in Ancient India v1.c21.11

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The spherical and short bicone triangular faceted beads of carnelian appeared from Period II. Crystalline quartz, glass, bone and agate beads, some etched, started appearing in Period III. Chalcedony, green jasper, faience, onyx, amethyst and ivory beads were prominent in Period IV. Terracotta beads and statues became prominent only during the Period III.