Antique Mauritania "Amber" beads, Flat fulani Turkman large silver bead with

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These fascinating amber beads are approximately 75 - 100 years old and are found in Mauritania and Niger

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Antique Mauritania "Amber" beads, Flat fulani Turkman large silver bead withThis large FLAT diamond shaped bead is over 100 years old and is found in Mauritania and Niger. It is imitation (like Bakelite) amber made in Germany from plant resin. 33mm x 31mm x 10mm thick; stringing hole is approximately 1. 5 2mm and there is a decorative hole through the center, adding to design possibilities. This bead has an great sub surface, multi level passages as well as some carved lines for texture. Photo shows two views of the same