Antique Opaque Red Melon Beads multistrand Heavy cast brass/bronze rounded bicones

Heavy cast brass/bronze rounded bicones beads were made in the early 1900s and have a 3mm hole

Antique brass beads from India with cool hatch patterns

Both beads are 17mm long x 14mm diameter

recently tumble-polished giving it a bright shiny finish despite being worn from years of ritual rubbing

Antique Opaque Red Melon Beads multistrand Heavy cast brass/bronze rounded biconesThese are a beautiful antique red opaque glass melon or rice beads from the early 1900's, bright fire engine opaque red glass, 6 x 8mm melon with 1mm hole. Czech made, often referred to as "Bohemia Glass". Used in traditional Fulani beadwork. 24 inches long.