Unique Afghan Roller Bead, Resin 1930's hairstick long life symbol

long life symbol

Ancient dark amber glass from Afghanistan

Very impressive 21mm x 23mm ball with two 4mm loops for stringing and three 60mm long chain dangles attached

These are top quality vintage cinnabar beads

Hand-carved  in India

Unique Afghan Roller Bead, Resin 1930's hairstick long life symbolThis interesting roller bead has hand carved impressions which come to life pressed into silly putty or other impressionable material. Look at the amazing carvings! It tells a whole story, which I cannot decipher, but it is highly detailed carving of two men. Afghan from 1930's 40's, a resin material, maybe bakelite. 43mm long x 12mm diameter with 1. 5mm hole. A collector item, and wearable! A fine replica of an ancient stone bead, quite unique!