These beads were found in Mali, Africa but made in Czech Republic in the 1920s. These are know as Wedding Beads and were given to the brides on their wedding day. Fulani women in Mali have worn and traded these beads over the last century.
Approximate Number of Beads: 6 Bead Size: 22-24mm long x 14mm wide (at largest end) Hole Size: 0.5-1mm
ita ito: string together
Our business is rooted in our love of hand craftsmanship, history, and authenticity. We work carefully to source items that are uniquely hand-made as well as hard to find vintage items from remote areas in Africa. Sourced from materials (such as recycled glass and metal) that use low impact, sustainable and ethical processes, we employ artisans and craftspeople in a place rich with bead making history.