Short Strands of Neolithic Red Carnelian Agate Stone Beads, Mauritania - Rita Okrent Collection (S493)

Reserved: Choice of short strands of stunning graduated deep orange red Neolithic-era ancient donut-shaped stone beads from West Africa / Mauritania.

Circa late Neolithic period, 4500 B.C. African-made by ancient artisans or made in India and traded in West Africa by merchant ships on camel routes in the Sahara. Indian stone bead craftsmanship goes back 5000-6000 years.

12-25mm beads. Most beads are in the 15-18mm range.

28+ beads on 8 inch strands. 14 inch strand is sold.

One of the 8 inch strands has slightly smaller range beads than the other.(available).

first two pics show remaining strand
Stone Item 493