Description

D104 Ancient Djenne beads from Mali.
The strand has an array of rare colours with primarily green and blue beads.
A rare excavated copper alloy lozenge shape bead is included, adding an interesting highlight.
Traded along the ancient caravan routes that crossed Africa centuries ago.
Beads are approximately 1000 years old.

Diameters: 3-7 mm
Length: 3-8 mm
Copper alloy bead: 12mm x 17mm
Length: 66 cm (26″)

About ANCIENT BEADS
Beads are carriers of history and traditions and are as old as the beginning of human existence.
Islamic period beads traveled extensively along the trans-Saharan trade routes.
Their widespread distribution reflects the role of the Islamic world as a centre in medieval commerce.
Beads crossed continents, seas and deserts to be traded and valued as symbols of wealth and social rank.
Islamic glass bead production spans several centuries, and the production techniques are complex and varied.