Ancient Bone Bead, Afghanistan metallic and are traded in Africa

and are traded in Africa and The Middle East where they are highly prized

At 207 grams this is a weighty piece

each bead is approximately 16mm diameter x 10mm long with small 1

Item shown is 50mm long x 36mm wide

Ancient Bone Bead, Afghanistan metallic and are traded in AfricaAncient bone carved spindle whorl bead from Afghanistan, 18mm diameter x 9mm thick with a 4mm hole. Concentric circle "eyes" and geometric lines carved around the entire bead. In fair condition, and so rare! Approximately 1,000 years old! Ends are different, one side is convex, small chips on bottom side. See strand picture for variety! BAFG2030ST