Right Facing Antique Silver Paisley Pendant African Trade Bead 50 - 100 years old

50 - 100 years old

red-brown with yellow

Venetian glass bead altered in Africa (brought to molten hot and flattened to disc shape) traded in and altered in Nigeria

These beads are very worn and some have chips and crack which is not all that uncommon (see photo)

Photo shows five beads and their variety of shape and design

Right Facing Antique Silver Paisley Pendant African Trade Bead 50 - 100 years oldRight facing small, antique coin silver pendant, 50 100 years old. This is Ruths favorite! Paisley design with vines or fern like pattern, approx. 20mm long, 12mm wide and solid silver backing; some wear due to age. Sold separately.