Small Carved Shells, Mali, Set of 10 dog Beads are rough cut and

Beads are rough cut and many are still in their original crystal shape

16mm long x 14mm diameter with 1-2mm hole

These are in very fine condition and measure 50mm x 28mm

Average size of each bead is approximately 10mm x 12mm diameter with 1

5mm thick with 2mm loop for stringing

Small Carved Shells, Mali, Set of 10 dog Beads are rough cut andThese intricately carved antique shell beads are traditionally worn by Malian women in fancy braided hairdo's and are shaped like a bead cap. Some have one hole, some have two (like a button). Great for setting into silver bezels, dangling from earrings, or capping a fancy bead. Size ranges from 10 14mm diameter. Sold as a set of 10. Hand carved in Mali early 1900's. No two sets alike!