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
Highly Detailed Coin Silver Hinged Cuff
ETHJ3002
BACK IN STOCK! High silver content closed cuff with pin and hinge in perfect working order. From either india or Afghanistan. Highly detailed beading and cone-shaped pattern. For a small wrist; inner diameter is 2.25".
1 in stock
Silver Afghan Pendant with Beads and Dangles
MAFG37
Very cool 9" pendant from Afghanistan approximately 50-75 years old. Coin silver beads with green, blue, and maroon cotton thread with coin silver and glass beads. The two double silver beads are very unusual. Has another set of silver beads and is in slightly better condition than MAFG36.
1 in stock
Silver Afghan Pendant with Beads and Dangles
MAFG36
Very cool 10" pendant from Afghanistan approximately 50-75 years old. Coin silver beads with green and maroon cotton thread with coin silver and glass beads. The two double silver beads are very unusual.
1 in stock
Vintage Afghan Silver Perfume Bottle
MAFG51
Vintage 1930s-1950s Afghan silver perfume vessel with multi-dangles, repossee on body, leaves, and vines on the front, geometric pattern on the back. No linger water tight. Body is 72mm tall x 56mm wide,
1 in stock
Antique Coin Silver Filigree Bead
MAFG16
BACK IN STOCK! Antique coin silver filigree beads with 4 – 6mm diameter hole. 18 – 20mm long, 18 – 20mm wide.
Photo illustrates variety typical to this type of bead; item sold separately not in a pair or in a group.
10 in stock
Large Antique Bell with Clapper
MAFG10
BACK IN STOCK! Antique coin silver with clapper, this one makes a great necklace pendant or cat bell! 25 – 28mm total length, 16 – 20mm wide. Photo illustrates variety typical to this type of bead; item sold separately not in a pair or in a group.
14 in stock
Larger Domed Coin Silver Buttons
MAFG3
BACK IN STOCK! 26 – 30mm diameter antique coin silver clothing embellishments, 50 – 100 years old, with two holes. Great link for earrings!
14 in stock
Domed Coin Silver
MAFG2
BACK IN STOCK! Antique coin silver domed clothing embellishments with two holes, some have third hole in the center. 50 – 100 years old, 20 – 22mm in diameter. Great link for earrings! Photo illustrates variety typical to this type of bead; item sold separately not in a pair or in a group.
42 in stock
Vintage Silver Afghan Kohl Container
MAFG88
Vintage 1950’s coin silver kohl (black eye-makeup) container with lots of dangles. 19mm wide x 21mm in diameter with two compartments (see photo) fot storing small items. Very cool. Made in Afghanistan.
1 in stock
Rare Afghan Silver & Enamel Pendant
MAFG34B
Antique 100+ year old coin silver and enamel pendant from Afghanistan. Very rare! 32mm long x 15mm tall x 16mm wide with two 5mm loops at the top.
1 in stock