Strand of fifty-five ancient selected carnelian beads. Matched by tone shape. Sourced in Western Africa. 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. Worn. Good condition. Collectible and useful as jewelry supplies. Beads measures: from ø 7,8 to 11,1 mm. Strand length (bead to bead): 30,5 cm. / 12 inches. This item will be shipped with trackable registered mail.