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Short Strand of Ancient Stone Beads, West Africa - Rita Okrent Collection (S566b)

RARE FIND: only one in our inventory

Short strand of oblong hand carved and faceted agate beads found in West Africa.

Likely made by hand in India which has been a supplier of stone beads to Africa for thousands of years.

Beads measure from 14-25mm length.

Circa 1200-1600 or earlier.

Stone Item 566b

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