Group of 5 Vintage Phenolic Resin Faux Amber Beads, Mauritania - Rita Okrent Collection (C513)

Large Phenolic Resin Faux Amber Mixed Beads.

4 double drilled diamond shaped beads and one large round bead in this group.

These beads date from the 19th to early 20th century and are very collectible. Manufactured in Europe, traded in West Africa. Used for decorative traditional jewelry.

Wonderful marking on these beads. Colors range from caramel to dark brown. The four diamond shaped beads are double drilled.

Four diamond shaped beads range from 28-42mm. Large round bead measures 30x43mm.

Collector Item 513