Ancient Bactrian Jasper & Serpentine iran with two 3mm loops

with two 3mm loops

Large pendant traditionally worn by the Tuareg people

28mm tall x 16mm wide x 9mm thick (hollow) with a 4-5mm loop for stringing

About 90 pendants per strand

including poppy jasper

Ancient Bactrian Jasper & Serpentine iran with two 3mm loopsBeautiful and rare jasper and serpentine beads from the ancient central Asian country of Bactria, northern Afghanistan. These are quite old, best guess 1000 1200 years old, highly collectible with subtle colors. Teardrop serpentine bead measures 9mm diameter x 12mm tall with 1mm hole. Interesting unique jasper bead is 12mm across x 16mm tall x 4. 5mm thick. This bead has a chip at the top end at the hole, which happened a long time ago. 2 beads on