Description

Ancient granite stone beads in a nice variety of shapes.
A large gneiss focal bead is surrounded by a terracotta bead and Islamic and Venetian trade beads.
Patina of age and burial – Collected in the region of Kidal, Mali.

Bead lengths range from: 5mm to 80mm
Bead diameters range from: 5mm to 27mm

Length of strand: 71 cm (28″) excluding cotton twine

About BEADS
Beads are carriers of history and traditions and are as old as the beginning of human existence.
Made of a diversity of materials, such as stone, shell, glass, bone, metal and wood, beads have passed through many hand.
Beads have crossed continents, seas and deserts to be traded and valued as symbols of wealth and social rank.
After thousands of years, beads plays an important role in the decorative arts of Africa.