Vintage Banded Agate Bead sticks 20 beads to a strand

20 beads to a strand

from early 1900's which were traded in West Africa

43mm wide x 56mm tall x 9mm thick with a 3mm bale at the top

these were worn braided in the hair on on a belt

different than some of our other similar beads

Vintage Banded Agate Bead sticks 20 beads to a strandNatural banded agate bead hand carved in Nepal, about 40 years old. Stone is black with fine white and gray lines, imitating an ancient Dzi Bead. This bead has beautiful natural patterns and color, and is in excellent condition. The natural banding on this piece is exquisite! 36mm long x 20mm across x 13mm thick, 1mm hole. This bead has a matte finish, and is a perfect "Worry Bead"!