Strand of Antique Cast Bicone Brass Beads eye bead antique jewelry from the early

antique jewelry from the early 1900s

15" strand of beige-reddish in color 3mm zircon beads

For more information check out issue #36 of Ornament Magazine where you'll find a fantastic article describing  the history of Kiffa Beads

Antique coin silver amulet from India circa early 1900s

This strand is in very good condition with only a few chipped beads

Strand of Antique Cast Bicone Brass Beads eye bead antique jewelry from the early26" strand of brass bicone beads from Nigeria. Old and smooth from constant use. Beads range in size from 9mm long x 10mm diameter to 13mm in diameter x 14mm long; large 5 8mm holes. Impressively heavy solid brass beads!!