2 Strands of ancient carnelian beads. Western Africa. Tribal, ethnic jewelry Two strands of ancient carnelian and banded agate beads of different shapes sourced in Mali. – Strand 1 (39 beads): Beads measures: from ø 5,1 to 21,7 mm. Strand measures (bead to bead): 36 cm. / 14,2 inches. – Strand 2 (23 beads): Beads measures: from ø 7,3 to 14,1 mm. Strand measures (bead to bead): 31 cm. / 12,2 inches. Beads of this kind coming from Djenné excavations are dated from the 9 to 13th Centuries. Most of them were made in India and traded to Western Africa and Asia by Islamic merchants. Some may be African-made. A few ones were made in Idar Oberstein (Germany).   Worn. Good condition with some losses (see photos). Collectible and useful as jewelry supplies. These beads will be shipped with trackable registered mail.