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Short Strand of Mixed Ancient Stone Beads, West Africa - Rita Okrent Collection (S566)

Short strand of mixed shape and size stone beads found in West Africa. Likely made by hand in India which has been the a supplier of stone beads to Africa for thousands of years.

Agate, jasper and a large long bead which appears to be bleached very old coral.

Round bead measures 21mm, disk beads measure 18-21mm diameter and long coral (?) bead measures 44x21mm.

Circa 1200-1600 or earlier.

Stone Item 566

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