Batik Cowbone Beads, Kenya matte This is a unique piece

This is a unique piece

Approximately 40mm diameter with thick 18gg ear wires

Wonderful patina

heavy solid brass bicone beads from Nigeria

ending the strand with clear stones

Batik Cowbone Beads, Kenya matte This is a unique pieceA classic, these handmade batiked bone beads are made in Kenya, and are a very traditional bead with a wood insert to block an enormous hole. Some inserts are easily removed if so desired, and some fall to and can be reassembled. This striped version is a wonderful black and white bead. 40 beads per strand, average 22mm diameter x 13mm tall. Hole in wooden insert is about 3mm, so thick leather works well. 24 inch strand.