Amazing Strand of Antique Baule Brass Beads iridescence 16" strand of fancy ruby

16" strand of fancy ruby side drilled chips/nuggets

very rare bead from late 1700s - early 1800s

This large diamond-shaped bead is over 100 years old and is found in Mauritania and Niger

21mm long x 7mm wide x 5mm thick (hollow) with 3mm loop

Amazing Strand of Antique Baule Brass Beads iridescence 16" strand of fancy ruby30" strand of antique Baule Brass Beads from Ivory Coast. Mixture of very rare pre 1900s and pre 1800s beads. Lost wax castings. Same molds used to make gold beads. Some very rare shapes. Beads, drops and bells in very good to excellent condition with patina and some wear due to age and handling. these are so rare and collectible now!