Description: Each of these beads is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and skilled artisanship from people in Nigeria circa 1900. These bicones have heft and a patina that doesn't stop. Most run 7-8 mm at the perforation by 10-12 mm at the midpoint. These are the best that ever went through my hands and they're all I have. Incredible craftsmanship. Be sure to look at my other items because I combine as many items as I can safely pack in one box to save you a bundle on postage. Small items easily go in the same box as large ones and I charge no fees for extra packaging or “handling.” If the total weight makes the USPS charge more, then I do pass that along to you, but if the mail software charges something outrageous, I refund the difference. I typically choose to use USPS Ground Advantage but if I think it’s worth it, I’ll list is as Priority; you can always ask that I adjust the invoice. The USPS has told me 3 times that “we don’t have a ‘fragile class’ anymore, perhaps better, than the average bear. Sorry, no returns. Here's a note about my bead collection – I’m old and have been collecting since my gram gave me a necklace of “pop beads” when I was 12. I’ll be listing all of my collection, keeping back a few to put in a necklace I can wear. Some of my beads date back to 20,000 BCE. My documentation is referenced from my learning from archaeologists and anthropologists and books, not bead traders. I’ve started selling some of the books but won't be able to let go of some. Please be kind if you disagree with my description; we can either agree to disagree or one of us will learn something. Holding antique beads makes me think of their meaning as talismans, religious protection, small works of art, for use as money, the beads’ origins, and the people who held them before me. Beads, defined by scientists as an item having perforations such that it may be strung, have arguably served as the first currency, were the first form of body adornment (tattoo historians may disagree), were and still are a form of talisman, and were and are still symbols of faith. If you missed out on a listing and want to see if I have others not yet listed, send a message through eBay and I'll list what you want if I have them. I can’t do side deals off eBay.
Price: 119.95 USD
Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
End Time: 2025-01-09T00:00:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: African
Type: Single Beads
Color: Bronze
Style: Bicone
Material: Bronze
Country/Region of Manufacture: Nigeria
Handmade: Yes
