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Magnificent set of 2 necklaces made from old Murano glass trade beads (Venice, early 20th century) in the colors of the African earth, collected in Mali.
In good condition, with a few chips and signs of wear (see photos):
- 1 necklace of 41 beads, 58 cm long, weighing 100 grams;
- 1 necklace of 35 beads, 50 cm, 66 grams.
Total: 76 beads, 166 grams.
Recently mounted on black cotton cords, these two necklaces are harmoniously matched and can be worn together or individually.

Magnifique ensemble de 2 colliers d'anciennes perles de commerce en verre de Murano (Venise, début XXème siècle) aux couleurs de la terre africaine, collectées au Mali. 
En bon état, avec quelques ébréchures et traces d'usage (voir photos) :
- 1 collier de 41 perles, long de 58 cm, pesant 100 grammes ;
- 1 collier de 35 perles, 50 cm, 66 grammes.
Au total : 76 perles, 166 grammes.
Récemment montés sur lacets de coton noir, ces deux colliers sont harmonieusement assortis et peuvent être portés ensemble ou individuellement.

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String of beads - Mali - Murano early 20th century

Length: 58 cm - Total weight: 166 g

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Two Murano glass trade bead necklaces from the early 20th century, Mali provenance, total 166 g with 76 beads, lengths 58 cm (41 beads) and 50 cm (35 beads), mounted on black cotton cords, sold without a stand, in good condition with signs of wear.

String of beads - Mali - Murano early 20th century

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Two Murano glass trade bead necklaces from the early 20th century, Mali provenance, total 166 g with 76 beads, lengths 58 cm (41 beads) and 50 cm (35 beads), mounted on black cotton cords, sold without a stand, in good condition with signs of wear.

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