Kiffa Beads Strand

Product Description: This is a strand of Kiffa beads, originating from Mauritania. These antique beads feature a distinctive design and are made using recycled glass. The central beads are intricately patterned and measure 28mm x 16mm x 10mm, while the side beads on the right measure 10mm x 7mm. Please note that due to their antique nature, some beads may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Specifications:

• Origin: Mauritania
• Length: 78cm
• Bead Size:
  • Central Beads (Patterned): 28mm x 16mm x 10mm
  • Side Beads (Right): 10mm x 7mm

Special Notes:

Due to the antique nature of these beads, they may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Kiffa Beads:

Era: Mid-1900s

Origin: Mauritania

Technique: Recycled Glass Beads

Kiffa beads are glass beads made from sintered glass powder, a type of recycled glass bead also known as glass beads. They were discovered in 1949 by ethnologist R. Mauny around the city of Kiffa in Mauritania, which is how they got their name. They are particularly renowned for their isosceles triangular shape with vertical stripe patterns.