Serpentine Cylinders, Afghan Lapis hand-cast and heavy

hand-cast and heavy

The chain at the top has a 4" extension with an S-clasp and dangles

Small ring traditionally worn amongst the Tuareg people in their hair

Some Nigerian brass bicones and other beads in the mix

top drilled

Serpentine Cylinders, Afghan Lapis hand-cast and heavyThese lovely matte finish serpentine tubes were hand cut in Afghanistan, and are a soft olive green color. Sometimes referred to as "Afghan Jade", they are serpentine. 36 beads per strand, 15 inches long. Beads are fairly uniform in size, averaging 12mm long x 7mm diameter with 1mm holes. Please view other listings of matte finish gemstone beads handmade in Afghanistan!