Rough scapolite Beads Yoruba Strand of 11 antique faceted

Strand of 11 antique faceted carnelian beads from India that were traded in Indonesia in the 1800s

Czech made in the late 1800's

5mm loops at the top

He’s a symbol of Wisdom and Medicine

approximately 100 beads per strand

Rough scapolite Beads Yoruba Strand of 11 antique faceted16" strand of raw scapolite crystals drilled; unpolished and rough with very subtle neutral beige to clear beads with brown matrix. Scapolite is a silicate based mineral composed of aluminium, calcium, and sodium silicate (with various trace elements such as sulfur that adds to its unique tannish yellow hue). Mined primarily from Madagascar. Graduated strand; 9 18mm long x 5 11mm diameter with . 5mm holes.