Large Cowbone Disk Beads, Kenya gemstone Tarnished but can be polished

Tarnished but can be polished

Shiny and cool

Vintage 1950s fluted silver beads from India

these are large-holed beads which could make a great dreadlock ornament or centerpiece for multiple strands of beads or ribbons

24" strand of antique greasy-green jonquil color vaseline beads

Large Cowbone Disk Beads, Kenya gemstone Tarnished but can be polishedA classic, these handmade bone disk shape beads are made in Kenya, and are a traditional bead. African dealers call these buttons, and they could be used as a button! These have been tea stained to take on a brown color. This strand is fairly uniform in size, 77 beads per strand, average 20mm diameter x 8mm tall. Hole is about 2mm, so thinner leather works well. 24 inch strand.