Ancient Quartz and Mixed Stone Beads from Mali african cross Vintage 1930-40s high-content silver Tuareg-made

Vintage 1930-40s high-content silver Tuareg-made pendant

traditionally worn in the hair or on a belt or as a pendant

no two strands have the same order of beads

Two 24" strands of 6mm green vinyl disc beads

Hand cast using the lost-wax technique

Ancient Quartz and Mixed Stone Beads from Mali african cross Vintage 1930-40s high-content silver Tuareg-made28" strand of ancient, excavated quartz, amazonite, carnelian, agates, and other stone beads from Mali in Africa. These gorgeous 2000+ year old beads come in a variety of shape (the most being bicones) and sizes (see photos); measuring from 7mm x 5mm diameter to 21mm x 12mm diameter with small 1mm (or less) bow drilled holes. A lovely collection of beads!