Kiffa Beads Strand

Product Description: This strand features Kiffa beads, known for their unique craftsmanship and historical significance. Originating from Mauritania, these beads are a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage.

Specifications:

• Origin: Mauritania
• Length: 80cm
• Bead Size:
  • Center Beads: 13mm x 13mm x 30mm
  • Side (Round) Beads: 10mm x 14mm
• Condition: As these are antique items, they may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Kiffa Beads:

Era: Mid-1900s

Origin: Mauritania

Technique: Recycled beads

Kiffa beads are a type of glass bead made from sintered glass powder. These recycled glass beads are a kind of traditional "tonbo-dama" (glass bead). They were discovered by ethnologist R. Mauny in 1949 around the city of Kiffa in Mauritania, hence the name "Kiffa." The most famous style features an isosceles triangle with vertical stripe patterns.