Perles d'ambre - Ambre - 30 g

Nineteen antique natural amber beads from Mauritania. Baltic amber traded to Mauritania through the West African trade route.

Beads measures: from Ø 12 to 26,7 mm.
Strand measdures (bead to bead): 12,5 cm. / 4,9 inches.
Weight: 30 grams.

Authentic Antique Mauritanian Cherry Amber Graduated Strand
Presenting a museum-quality strand of antique cherry amber from the nomadic trade routes of Mauritania. This strand is a masterclass in Saharan history, featuring beads that have aged into a deep, mysterious "cherry" or mahogany-red hue.

These beads are highly sought after for their extraordinary surface texture. The heavy "crazing" (fine surface crackling) and matte, crusty patina are the primary indicators of authentic antique amber that has survived generations of desert life.

Product Highlights
Origin: Mauritania, West Africa
Style: Graduated strand (Beads increase in size toward the center)
Color: Deep Cherry Red, Burnt Sienna, and Cognac tones
Texture: Iconic weathered Saharan "skin" with a waxy feel beneath
Length/Size: [Insérer la mesure ici] — A substantial, wearable piece of history.

A Collector’s Investment
In West Africa, graduated amber strands like this were passed down as family heirlooms and matrimonial wealth. This strand carries the unmistakable weight and presence of authentic 19th-century trade amber.

Whether you keep it as a centerpiece in your private collection or restring it into a high-end ethnographic design, this cherry amber represents a rare find in today’s market, where high-quality antique amber is becoming increasingly scarce.

Condition: Excellent antique condition. The surface crazing and varied organic shapes are a natural part of the amber’s aging process and confirm its historical provenance.

All items are carefully sourced and guaranteed authentic. No replicas or modern reproductions

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