Antique Snake Vertebrae Beads from Nigeria Gemstones all with small 1mm bow-drilled

all with small 1mm bow-drilled holes (which look big

and two fluted ridged plastic stones

Beautiful striation with subtle translucent sections

9mm thick x 18mm diameter

black with yellow and green pattern

Antique Snake Vertebrae Beads from Nigeria Gemstones all with small 1mm bow-drilledAntique strand of worn snake vertebrae from Nigeria; used by local shaman (regionally called Babaalwo by most and Nganga by some) in "strong power" magic. 28" strand of naturally interlocking beads, worn smooth from wear, and approximately 5mm x 7mm and for the most part in excellent condition (with a few broken beads, see photos). Old snake bone from the early 1900's.