Antique Mauritania "Amber" bead, Diamond pendant 22" strand of very cool

22" strand of very cool lost-wax method new brass beads from Nigeria

Over 75 years old

Stunning "washed gray" diamond beads mined Australia

Approximately 18mm long x 14mm diameter with a 2mm hole for stringing

Estimated to be between 600 and 800 years old

Antique Mauritania "Amber" bead, Diamond pendant 22" strand of very coolThis large diamond shaped bead is over 100 years old and is found in Mauritania and Niger. It is imitation (like Bakelite) amber made in Germany from plant resin. 30mm x 31mm x 20mm thick; stringing hole is approximately 1. 5 2mm and there is a decorative hole through the center, adding to design possibilities. This bead has an great sub surface, multi level passages.