153 Really beautiful african handmade glaas beads. (Considered as protective amulets) "The interesting thing about these beads offered at auction is that unlike the other beads made in Ghana in recycled glass, these instead were created by recycling old Venetian millefiori beads. (It will be possible to notice through them the colors and characteristics of the old Venetian millefiori." In many African countries it is common to wear beaded necklaces. They are accessories with a deep cultural significance, unique to each region and each ethnic group, from North to South Africa, and are worn by women, babies, children, adolescents and men. Beaded necklaces are believed to possess the power to attract and evoke deep emotional responses; they are a sign of success, wealth and spiritual well-being. Necklaces are used for protection against physical and spiritual attacks. They can be indicators that the wearer is a spiritual being. Material: Glass Number of pieces: 153 Beads Origin: Made in Ghana (Africa) Weight: 210 Grams (Apx.) Size beads 14x14x5mm (Apx.) Epoch: 20th Century Condition: Very Good (As in the photo, the photos are part of the description) Beads created entirely by hand Note: Symbolism for African cultures, associated with the colors of the beads: Blue - Healing, harmony, intuition, truth Brown - Earth, stability Green - Prosperity, fertility, abundance, hope, healing Purple - Spirituality, wisdom, royalty Red - Vitality, passion, courage, confidence White - Light, truth, purity Black - Protection against evil or misfortune Yellow - Wisdom, clarity, awareness, energy, joy Pink - Love, compassion, healing Light blue - Luck, prosperity, wealth Grey - Peace, wisdom, truth, intuition Orange - Luck, prosperity, wealth and health Careful shipping by certified mail with tracking number and insurance. In the case of multiple purchases, the lots will be grouped together in the same shipment. The overpayment in shipping costs will be refunded.