Native American Artifacts & Collectibles
Lot 353:
Vintage Mali Agate African Trade Beads
Beautiful vintage Mali agate trade beads, traditionally crafted and circulated across West African trade routes. These beads display the classic warm earth-tone palette of Mali agate-rich ambers, honey browns, smoky grays, and natural banding unique to each stone. Their hand-worked surfaces show subtle irregularities and age-polish from decades of handling and cultural use. Mali agate beads were prized for their durability and beauty, often traded across regions for textiles, tools, and ceremonial goods. Largest measures 2 1/4".
Condition: Ancient Authentic
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