Afghan Serpentine Cornerless Cubes Kali Charming and very rare Venetian

Charming and very rare Venetian "Face" glass bead made in the late 1800s and traded in Africa

quite short

15mm long x 13-14mm diameter with 2mm hole

20mm diameter x 9mm thick

Beads average 15mm diameter x 8mm thick

Afghan Serpentine Cornerless Cubes Kali Charming and very rare VenetianThese serpentine beads were handmade in Afghanistan. A rich matte finish, hand faceted, the beads have a translucent glow. 17 inch long strand has so many design possibilities, or could be worn as is. Size ranges from 9 12mm square. 43 beads on this strand. See other Afghan semi precious stone beads which work well together, all matte finish.