Very Mixed Glass Nila Bead Strand from Mali - Rita Okrent Collection (AT0892)

A mixed red. blue, white, black , green  and yellow beaded strand of glass nilas from West Africa. Lots of wear and big range of sizes and shapes. Lots to work with for your jewelry designs. Age: Antique - Circa 1200-1600 C.E.Origin: Traded in Mali but original manufacturing location could be along the Niger River or elsewhere.Length: 26 inches of beads. Bead size: Varies - ranges from 3-10mm diameter. African Item 0892