Large Afghan Pendant African Trade Bead 30" strand of 3mm new

30" strand of 3mm new plastic disc beads

Strung one after another

West African bead merchants refer to these Czech glass pendants as "Wedding Beads"

Very clear with some inclusions and double-points

Very cool newly made lacquer bracelet from India with sterling silver images of the god Ganesha on his rat/mouse steed

Large Afghan Pendant African Trade Bead 30" strand of 3mm newThis large pendant is 2 3 4 inches long x 36mm diameter with 4 set stones at the bottom. 5mm loop at top. The bead pendant is tarnished, but can be polished, and has about 80% silver content. 2 Persian turquoise stones, 1 coral, 1 lapis. Very dramatic and has weight!