Strand of 5 Phenolic resin "African Amber" beads from the African trade. b4-amb145 Brass and Metal Beads Antique opaque carnelian agate carved

Antique opaque carnelian agate carved oblong melon beads in various shapes

on sterling silver

Their average size is 5mm x 3mm

Basket is same front and back

25ct ruby of very fine quality

Strand of 5 Phenolic resin "African Amber" beads from the African trade. b4-amb145 Brass and Metal Beads Antique opaque carnelian agate carvedStrand of 5 phenolic resin "African Amber" Bakelite round beads from the African trade. These are old beads but exact age is unknown. Made in Germany. Beads of this composition have been traded in Africa for over 100 years. The beads in this strand are nicely matched. 20x 22mm. Flat ends. 3mm stringing holes. 36. 25 grams