18th Century German Cobalt Glass "Donut" Trade Beads Strung with Cowrie Shells Necklace from Mali guinea bissau Origin is Poland

Origin is Poland

5 1/4" tall x 4" wide

Mak performs his final duties as Nak's devoted husband

Baoule Cast Brass Heirloom Bead Pendant 5

I thought it was one of the most beautifully detailed and finely executed Retablos I had ever seen

18th Century German Cobalt Glass "Donut" Trade Beads Strung with Cowrie Shells Necklace from Mali guinea bissau Origin is Poland18th Century German Cobalt Glass "Donut" Trade Beads strung with Cowrie Shells from Mali Approx. 35" long Bead Approx. 15mm x 4mm These magnificent strands of beads are in mint perfect condition as reflect how a trade bead of this caliber might have been worn in Traditional Malian Culture, as a prized Heirloom Bead and Prestige Currency.