A Very Large Antique Genuine Baltic Amber Bead From African Trade (39.9g) CRJP012

This listing is for a very large antique natural amber bead from the Baltic Sea region, traded to West Africa along the ancient Amber Route. This is an antique item, dating approximately to the mid-19th century.  Collectible, coveted by jewelry designers. The last photo is taken under UV light. Note that these are very old beads, so imperfections and scratches are normal.  This particular bead has a crack on one side,  likely from an attempt to carve it, as it seems to be made by a heated metal tool.  The price of the item reflects this detail  Please examine the photos for details. Dimensions: 45 mm x 43mm x 29mm Weight: 39.9g Weights and sizes are approximate. IMPORTANT NOTE. In the world of beads, and especially ancient and antique beads, errors in identification are common. We do our best to research and classify our beads accurately, however, mistakes are certainly possible. If you are a bead expert and notice any errors in the description, we invite you to please contact us and l