Large Red Kiffa Bead dangle 25mm tall x 19mm wide

25mm tall x 19mm wide x 1

heavy old coin silver amulet/pendant featuring what looks like Lord Vishnu of the Hindu pantheon

not as a strand

Paisley design with vines or fern-like pattern

roughly 17mm long x 14mm wide x 6mm thick with small 2mm holes

Large Red Kiffa Bead dangle 25mm tall x 19mm wideThis pair of red triangular beads were made in Kiffa, Mauritania dating as far back to 1,000 years old. Historically, Kiffa beads are unique and employ ancient glass bead making techniques. This pair bead are around 200 years old, possibly older. 24mm tall x 13mm wide x 10mm thick with a small . 8mm hole. For more information check out issue #36 of Ornament Magazine where you'll find a fantastic article describing the history of Kiffa Beads. Sold by