Bead Paradise
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
HUGE Excavated Ancient Bead from Mali
STAFR1068
This HUGE (and heavy) ancient carnelian/agate stone bead was excavated in Mali. 30mm x 35mm! The conical hole is about 5mm at the smallest point. 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
Old Carnelian Agate Oval Beads
STAFR1031ST
26" graduated strand of old carnelian agate beads in various oval and cylindrical shapes and sizes, from Mali. The beads are mostly tube or ovals with sliced ends with 2-3mm holes. Sizes range from 13mmx7mm to 30mmx14mm.
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
Nigerian Agate / Large Rice Shape
STAFR1004L
These agate beads are becoming harder to find. About 100 years old, some older, they vary in size between 65mm x 25mm to 85mm x 30mm.
24 in stock
Faceted Shape Carnelian Stone
STAFR1055C
Faucted 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.
16 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.
18 in stock
Carnelian Agate Strand from Mali
STAFR1025ST
22" strand of old carnelian agate beads in various shapes and sizes, from Mali (pictured is a sample) Although each strand has different shapes and sizes, the beads are mostly rounds with sliced ends with 2-3mm holes. Some strands have a random clear quartz bead or two. Sizes range from 7mmx4mm to 20mmx15mm.
2 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
Medium Cornerless Idar-Oberstein Cubes
STAFR1021
These dark carnelian cornerless cubes were cut in Idar-Oberstein, Germany then traded in Mali in the mid – late 1800’s. 20mm x 20mm, with a 1mm hole. Sold Seperately.
2 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
25 in stock
Tuareg Agate Fetish
STAFR1017
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.
26 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
4 in stock
Nigerian Agate / Small Rice Shape
STAFR1004
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
24 in stock