Huge Old White Agate Focal w/African Claw Beads, Nigerian Decorated Brass Tiv Beads, hotsell Old White Polished Banded Agate and Conus Shells

Huge Old White Agate focal w/African Claw Beads, Nigerian Decorated Brass Tiv Beads, Old White Polished Banded Agate and Conus Shells.

The hero of this necklace is the Huge Antique White Agate Bead with subtle translucent banding. It came from Nigeria via the African trade. It is stunning! And is approx. 75mm (2.9 inches) long x 25mm (1inch) in diameter.

It tapers a bit at each end. This bead was difficult to photograph. It is hard to hotsell see its beautiful subtle color and matrix in a photo.

On its flank are vintage African claw flat beads in white and a dark carnelian color.

Throughout are old Idar Oberstein white agate trade beads, semi translucent. Some are banded with broad cut facets with subtle warm colors.

Others display subtle banding and matrix with warm pink blush and translucency. This natural stone has become smooth and silky to the touch due to constant wear. One looks like a goat's eye. They vary in size.

Also gracing are two old African TIV Bronze trade beads, made in the late 1800's to early 1900's. They are nicely worn old beads with a rich patina and work well with the smooth banded agate. They were made in Nigeria by the Yoruba tribe.

Providing a nice joint between the beads are conus shells, ancient stone chip, wavy spacers and Hebron cousins.

Large handmade oxidized copper clasp.

Length of necklace is approx. 22.5 inches (includes clasp).

Weight: Approx. 8.3 ounces

Note: For those who aren't familiar with the metric system, 25mm is about 1 inch.