Ancient Medium Sized Glass Nila Beads, Strand - Rita Okrent Collection (AT1921) Holland Some have moon bead translucence

Some have moon bead translucence and qualities

Judaica Item 045

25mm tall 18mm wide

Also known as Indo-Pacific beads

Ancient Medium Sized Glass Nila Beads, Strand - Rita Okrent Collection (AT1921) Holland Some have moon bead translucenceStrand of excavated teal, dark blue, white and yellow medium ancient glass nila beads from Djenne or Timbuktu, Mali. Circa approximately 1200 1600 C. E. Measurements: 25 inches of beads. Beads vary range from approximately 4 14mm. Condition: Note wear and loss of color on some beads. More info: Nila beads are the early Islamic era glass beads that are widespread in West Africa, and are found in many colors and sizes. They are sometimes also referred