Large Yellow-Heart Beads hoops a traditional component in Tuareg

a traditional component in Tuareg jewelry

26" strand of very old (possibly ancient) clay bicone-shaped beads from Mexico

25" length with an antique carved carnelian monkey

They are very rare now

and would be a beautiful addition to any necklace

Large Yellow-Heart Beads hoops a traditional component in TuaregBeautiful Venetian yellow heart beads (yellow center) made in the mid 1800's and traded in Nigeria. Beads range in size from 14mm round 18mm diameter. 26 inches long, with 46 beads on the strand. Some color variation, but mostly a cranberry red. This kind of uniform condition is now rare! Some cracks and pitting. Traded in the Hudson River area of New York as well.