Product Description: Presenting a rare strand of African Kiffa Beads, crafted into a luxurious necklace form. These beads, originating from Mauritania, are a collector's treasure, embodying rich history and cultural significance.
Specifications:
Origin: Mauritania
Estimated Production Period: Mid-1900s
Bead Size: Triangular beads, approximately 12mm x 25mm x 5mm each
Weight: Approximately 107g
Total Length (including string): Approximately 78.5cm
Special Notes:
As an antique item, this piece may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips. Please note that the actual product may appear slightly different from the photos due to lighting conditions and the use of studio lighting during photography.
About Kiffa Beads:
Kiffa Beads are sintered glass powder beads with perforations, classified as a type of glass bead. Discovered by ethnologist R. Mauny in 1949 near the city of Kiffa in Mauritania, they are named after this region. These beads are renowned for their isosceles triangular shape adorned with vertical stripes.
