Rare Ancient Granite Stone Beads with Shades of Red and Pink, African Trade - Rita Okrent Collection (S596) protective amulet Sourced in Egypt in the

Sourced in Egypt in the 1980's

were used by the merchant ships bringing them from India

antique Chinese turquoise beads with brass heishi beads

Antique and Vintage Item 539

Contemporary or possibly vintage group of 4 blue/black

Rare Ancient Granite Stone Beads with Shades of Red and Pink, African Trade - Rita Okrent Collection (S596) protective amulet Sourced in Egypt in theRare pink and red hued granite from the African Trade in West Africa. A favorite! These are ancient beads, handmade in India several hundreds of years ago and then arrived in West Africa via ancient trade routes. 22 inch strand. 40+ beads. Beads range from 8 21mm in length and average around 10 mm diameter. Mixed shapes. Stone Item 596