Black Coral Beads with Silver Inlay trade beads Over 400 years old

Over 400 years old

Sew on crystals with cross sectioned metal setting

For more information check out issue #36 of Ornament Magazine where you'll find a fantastic article describing  the history of Kiffa Beads

This bead features a deer among flowers on both sides of the bead

Black Coral Beads with Silver Inlay trade beads Over 400 years oldBlack coral prayer beads with silver inlaid patterns are considered protective. Circular pattern, different than some of our other similar beads. One or two of the very small silver nailhead inlay may be missing from some the beads due to their age and normal wear and tear over the decades. Sold separately, not in pairs or sets; 1. 5mm hole, beads are approximately 12mm diameter x 11 12mm long.