Afghanistan Metals
Beads have been found in Afghanistan since very ancient times. Mostly they were used by nomadic tribes as decoration and tribal identification. Please enjoy our selection of Antique Afghan Metal Beads.
Old Nickle Silver Afghan "Bellydancer" Pendant
PEND8033
Here is a flashy pendant that was originally part of larger necklace (a set of five), but has been recently separated. It is made of nickle silver with a nice brass wash, and punched /stamped detail worked. Approx 4.5" in diameter with 25 jangly dangles, three 8mm loops, four large cut-glass "stones" (9mm diameter) and three smaller ones (4mm diameter). This would make a cool centerpiece for any belly dancer or shimmy costume.
1 in stock
Antique Afghan Silver Bead with Tube Ends
MAFG20
This coin silver bead with tube ends is 50 – 100 years old. 43mm long x 22mm wide x 6mm thick (hollow) with 4mm hole. Photo shows variety in size and condition, SOLD SEPARATELY not as a group.
2 in stock
Incredible Vintage Silver Afghan Pendant
MAFG100
Astounding 18" hanging pendant made of numerous coin silver components with gold details and carnelian stones. Made in Afghanistan and around 100 years old and was possible warn attached to a garment. Photo shows the full length as well as some detail. No discount.
1 in stock
Coin Silver Dangle / Paddle Shape
MAFG52
BACK IN STOCK! Package of 10 pieces, hammered coin silver paddle/flat drop shaped dangle from Afghanistan, very lightweight, approximately 3/4" long, but will vary slightly. Circa 1960’s
7 in stock
Silver Drop on Chain
MAFG26
Silver drop on chain from Afghanistan,
Photo illustrates variety typical to this type of bead; item sold separately not in a pair or in a group.
10 in stock
Old Afghan Large Hollow Silver Beads
MAFG31_E
Large, light-weight, Afghan hollow silver bead capped on the ends with twisted wire design. Two different beads; approximately 45mm long, 32mm diameter, with very large 15mm hole. Some wear (dents, etc.); when ordering, please indicate bead "1" or bead "2" in the special instructions box when you check out. Photo shows both beads, SOLD SEPARATELY, not as a pair.
2 in stock
Old Afghan Large Silver Bead, D
MAFG31_D
Large Afghan hollow silver bead capped on the ends with twisted wire design. Approximately 33mm long, 25mm diameter, with very large 15mm hole. Some wear (dents, etc.)
1 in stock
Old Afghan Silver Large Bead, C
MAFG31_C
Large Afghan hollow silver bead capped on the ends with twisted wire design. Approximately 35mm long, 25mm diameter, with very large 15mm hole. Some wear (dents, etc.).
2 in stock
Large Old Afghan Silver Bead, B
MAFG31_B
Afghan hollow silver bead capped on the ends with twisted wire design. Approximately 25mm long, 24mm diameter, with very large 15mm hole.
2 in stock
Incredible Vintage Silver Afghan Necklace
MAFG90
17" necklace made entirely of vintage coin silver beads, dangles, and pendants that are Afghan-made from the 1950’s. Sorry, no discount on this astounding necklace.
1 in stock