Antique Mauritania "Amber" beads, Flat fulani Rare red feather bead

Rare red feather bead

40mm wide x 33mm tall with a 4mm loop

and a horn-shaped pendant

These fascinating amber beads are approximately 75 - 100 years old and are found in Mauritania and Niger

Antique Mauritania "Amber" beads, Flat fulani Rare red feather beadThis large FLAT diamond shaped bead is over 100 years old and is found in Mauritania and Niger. It is imitation (like Bakelite) amber made in Germany from plant resin. 33mm x 31mm x 10mm thick; stringing hole is approximately 1. 5 2mm and there is a decorative hole through the center, adding to design possibilities. This bead has an great sub surface, multi level passages as well as some carved lines for texture. Photo shows two views of the same