Mixed Strand of Ancient Beads, Mali ojime 16" strand of small

16" strand of small

From early 1900s (appears to be on original fabric which is gnarly and could be replaced)

Delightfully rough and worn

best guess: Rhodonite

28" strand of newly made brass bicone basket beads

Mixed Strand of Ancient Beads, Mali ojime 16" strand of small26" strand of ancient mixed stone beads including quartz, granite, amazonite and agate, from Djenne, Mali. Dated between 1 2,000 years old, these beads are so special and sacred. Graduated strand, 7mm 16mm diameter. Interesting mix of shapes, including 3 conical two hole bead shapes, probably hair ornaments! Center bead is an ancient clam shell bead, a few antique ancient glass beads sprinkled in. Very nice.