Ancient Bactrian Agate & Quartz Strand Prayer Beads Medium bronze bead from the

Medium bronze bead from the Northern Nigerian Hausa tribe

Made in 1940's India of coin silver

traditionally worn in Mali in wedding ceremonies

Worn smooth with wear

Ancient Bactrian Agate & Quartz Strand Prayer Beads Medium bronze bead from theBeautiful and rare old agate beads from the ancient central Asian country of Bactria. Strung and traded from Afghanistan. These are quite old, best guess 1000 1200 years old, highly collectible with subtle colors. Center bead is 20mm long x 15mm wide and flat on one side. Spaced with ancient quartz beads which were excavated in Mali, West Africa. 10 beads on this short strand. Truly one of a kind!