Antique Woven Seed Beads, Afghanistan topaz 22" strand of very cool

22" strand of very cool lost-wax method new brass beads from Nigeria

handmade in Ethiopia

Matte finish and in great condition

the original probably had stone or glass beads between the silver to complete the piece

largest bead measures 15mm diameter x 17mm long

Antique Woven Seed Beads, Afghanistan topaz 22" strand of very coolThis section of beadwork is pre 1900 glass, old white and cobalt seed beads, woven together in a loose circular pattern. An interesting piece, and could be taken apart. From a necklace made in Afghanistan. Seed beads were made in India, and are irregularly sized, approximately 10 white, and 11 blue. 20 short 8 1 2" long strands, can be washed.