Islamic "Hadj" Beads Czech Trade Beads / Necklace ca 1920-50 jade I thought it was one

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

: 20 x 7mm to 26 x 9mm

Strung on nylon cord

was the most important deposit  exploited for 3500 years

and people exposed to danger or having dangerous professions

Islamic "Hadj" Beads Czech Trade Beads / Necklace ca 1920-50 jade I thought it was oneIslamic "Hadj" Beads Czech Trade Beads ca 1920 50 Beloved throughout the Islamic World in the Middle East and West Africa, our versions come from Nigeria. Originally a Czech made trade bead made in the mid 20th Century specifically for Islamic Trade Markets, these vibrant red beads became a Treasured Heirloom and symbol of Devotion. Glass strung on Raffia cord Flat circular beads approx. 12mm "Heart" shaped pendant approx. 32mm tall x 28mm wide Strand