Pair of Shell Buttons, Mali Persia 25 inch long strand of

25 inch long strand of bronze beads

a few cobalt blue with red & white stripes

From the 1800s

transparent chunky beads newly- made from recycled glass in Kumasi

Pair of Shell Buttons, Mali Persia 25 inch long strand ofThese lovely clamshell beads are traditionally worn by Malian women interwoven with fancy braiding and are shaped like a button. Resembling netsuke, these have two underneath holes (like a button). Great for setting into silver bezels, embellishing fabric, jewelry design, or simply a fantastic pair of uniquely carved shells! Size 23mm long x 14mm across x 10mm thick. Sold by the pair, only one pair in stock!! Will brighten with washing, gentle non