Bead Paradise
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.
18 in stock
Carnelian Agate Strand from Mali
STAFR1025ST
LAST STRAND! 22" strand of old carnelian agate beads in various shapes and sizes, from Mali (pictured is a sample) The beads are mostly rounds with sliced ends with 2-3mm holes. Sizes range from 3mm x 6mm diameter to 13mm round.
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.
8 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.
20 in stock
Nigerian Agate / Large Rice Shape
STAFR1004L
BACK IN STOCK. These agate beads are becoming harder to find. About 100 years old, some older, they vary in size between 48mm to 68mm long x 20mm to 30mm diameter with 2mm holes. Photo shows various beads, SOLD SEPARATELY, not as a group.
12 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.
35 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
Very Old Carnelian Diamond Shape Beads, C
STAFR1058st_c
26" strand of 200-500 year old diamond-shaped carnelian agate beads, primarily made in India and traded in West Africa. Size rage from 12mm x 9mm x 3mm thick to 21mm x 21mm x 8mm thick. There is one disc-shaped bead on this strand.
1 in stock
Very Old Carnelian Diamond Shape Beads
STAFR1058st_a
28" strand of 200-500 year old diamond-shaped carnelian agate beads, primarily made in India and traded in West Africa. Size rage from 10mm x 9mm x 5mm thick to 23mm x 20mm x 7mm thick. There is one disc-shaped bead on this strand.
1 in stock
Very Old Carnelian Diamond Shape Beads, B
STAFR1058st_b
29" strand of 200-500 year old diamond-shaped carnelian agate beads, primarily made in India and traded in West Africa. Size rage from 10mm x 9mm x 5mm thick to 26mm x 17mm x 8mm thick.
1 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 Afghan Banded Agate Beads
AFGHAN2012
18" (recently strung) strand of ancient banded agate beads from Afghanistan. From around 200BC-200AD (aka "Roman period"). Excellent banding, and the beads are in good shape. Photo shows a variety of shapes and sizes. Sizes average 4mm x 6mm up to 7mm x 11mm and in between. NO DISCOUNT.
1 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.
12 in stock