Bead Paradise
Tibetan Agate Beads
TIB12
32" strand of newly carved striped/banded agate beads from Tibet. Lovely! Slightly graduated strand from 10mm diameter to 16mm diameter x 4-5mm thick.
1 in stock
Ancient Beige Agate "Biscuits"
STAFR1019
BACK IN STOCK!! African traders call this bead a "biscuit", and it is very organic in shape. It appears to be a stone simply drilled. These are ancient, found in Mali, and drilled conically so the hole is very small in the center. They vary widely in size, from approximately 10mm up to 35 mm, and are not uniformly shaped. Photo shows a pile of these wonderful beads in an attempt to show their variety; beads sold individually, not in a group. PLEASE INDICATE A SIZE THAT YOU ARE INTERESTED IN OR WE WILL PICK THE BEADS AT RANDOM.
30 in stock
"Rice" Beads Agate Strand
STAFR1068ST
JUST IN! 36" strand of rice shaped agate beads from Africa. These are becoming harder to find. About 100 years old, some older, they vary in size from 40mm x 17mm to 65mm x 28mm and in shape, coloration, and condition ( a few end chips and pitting due to age); SOLD AS A STRAND only.
1 in stock
"Rice" Beads Agate Strand
STAFR1025ST
JUST IN! 30" strand of rice shaped agate beads from Africa. These are becoming harder to find. About 100 years old, some older, they vary in size from 33mm x 16mm to 83mm x 23mm and in shape, coloration, and condition ( a few end chips and pitting due to age); SOLD AS A STRAND only.
1 in stock
Large Agate Stone Beads
STAFR1005lg
Very nice quality faceted agate stone beads possibly from India, but traded in West Africa/Nigerian region. Around 50 years old. Sizes range from 15mm-33mm long x 16mm-20mm diameter with 2mm holes. Photo shows a number of beads, SOLD SEPARATELY, not as a group. Picked at random, if you have a preference, please use the "special instructions" box when you check out.
4 in stock
Nigerian Agate, Small Rice Shape
STAFR1004
BACK IN STOCK. These agate beads are becoming harder to find. About 100 years old, some older, they vary in size from 21mm x 12mm to 35mm x 15mm and in shape and coloration; SOLD SEPARATELY not in a group.
32 in stock
Small Agate Stone Beads
STAFR1005sm
Very nice quality,vintage faceted agate stone beads possibly from India, but traded in West Africa/Nigerian region. Around 50 years old. Sizes range from 13mm-27mm long x 10mm-14mm diameter with 2mm holes. Photo shows a number of beads, SOLD SEPARATELY, not as a group. Picked at random, if you have a preference, please use the "special instructions" box when you check out.
50 in stock
Medium Agate Stone Beads
STAFR1005m
Very nice quality faceted agate stone beads possibly from India, but traded in West Africa/Nigerian region. Around 50 years old. Sizes range from 17mm-30mm long x 12mm-17mm diameter with 2mm holes. Photo shows a number of beads, SOLD SEPARATELY, not as a group. Picked at random, if you have a preference, please use the "special instructions" box when you check out.
30 in stock
Nigerian Agate, Medium Rice Shape
STAFR1004M
These vintage agate beads are becoming harder to find. About 100 years old, some older, they vary in size from 33mm to 48mm long x 17mm to 20mm in diameter with small 2-3mm holes, and vary in shape and coloration (see photo); SOLD SEPARATELY not in a group.
12 in stock
Silver Tuareg Hair Rings with Agate Stone
MTUA1220d
Tuareg hair ornaments; ring-shape and made of coin silver with an agate stone. Sweet! Around 50-75 years old made by the Tuareg tribe. Hand made, thus designs differ slightly from ring to ring, as do their size (see photo); size approximately: 20-23mm x 15-19mm with inner "ring" dimension of 8-10mm diameter. Please indicate ring choice in the "Special Instructions" box on your cart when you check out. SOLD SEPARATELY not in a group of three.
4 in stock
Tuareg Agate Fetish
STAFR1017
STOCK UPDATED! These wonderful Tuareg agate rings with arrow shape are traditionally worn as hair ornaments, braided into corn rows. Most common colors are carnelian (orange) and pale beige, but occasionally we have a grey or black agate fetish. Cut in Idar-Oberstein, Germany in the mid – late 1800’s and traded in Mali, they range in size from 30mm x 17mm down to 17mm x 14mm. SOLD SEPARATELY.
18 in stock
Ancient Agate Bead from Mali
STAFR1073
Ancient sem-translucent agate stone bead from Mali. Wonderful inclusions and striations. Bead measures 25mm x 20mm with a large 6mm hole. Photo shows three views of the SAME bead.
1 in stock
Strand of mixed Idar Oberstein Carnelian Beads
GTBAFR3678ST
Stunning 35" strand of mixed, graduated Idar Oberstein Carnelian agate. These were traded in Mali in the 1800s. Various shapes and cuts and sizes. An excellent variety of classic Idar Oberstein beads.
1 in stock
Idar Oberstein Carnelian Beads, strand
STAFR1021ST
Stunning 32" strand of Idar Oberstein Carnelian agate. These were traded in Mali in the 1800s. Various shapes and cuts with an average size of 17mm x 12mm each.
1 in stock
Faceted Shape Carnelian Stone
STAFR1055C
Faceted shaped Carnelian Stone, finely cut and drilled. 19 mm x 12mm; 1mm hole; with color variations.
This is an excellent example of German Idar-Oberstein stonework which was traded in Mali and West Africa in the 1800s. Priced each, not sold as a set of three.
7 in stock
Carnelian Agate Pendant
STAFR1033
Antique carnelian pendants. Made in India, traded in Mali in the early 1900’s. Flaws and pockmarks common. Very funky, sizes will vary somewhat. Average size is 23 × 24mm. Priced per piece.
18 in stock
Carnelian Spade Pendant
STAFR1032
These spade or heart shaped are each unique in shape and color and are rare in carnelian (the shape is most commonly seen in bloodstone). Made in India, traded in Mali in the early 1900’s. They will vary in size, but average size is 26 × 23mm to 32 × 30mm. Priced per piece.
11 in stock
Old Agate Strand
STAFR1024B
43" strand of old agate beads, various shapes and sizes. There are a few old quartz beads on the strand as well.
1 in stock
Large Carnelian Idar-Oberstein Cornerless Cube
STAFR1018
This dark carnelian agate cornerless cube was precisely cut and drilled in Idar-Oberstein, Germany in the mid – late 1800’s and traded in Mali. 25mm square
5 in stock
Idar-Oberstein Squared Bicone
STAFR1015
Carnelian agate beads from Mali, made in Idar-Oberstein, Germany in the mid – late 1800’s. Material (agate) from Brazil, cut in Germany, then traded in Mali. This squared bicone shape is precisely cut and has a 1mm hole. 17mm x 14mm
5 in stock