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A strand of approx. 66 Bauxite Beads strung on raffia 26" long. The beads are a real mix of sizes and shapes. The largest bead is approx. 45 mm around by 15 mm and smallest is about 14 mm x 6 mm. These beads were bought from Traders at Ghana's Bead Markets. These beads are made by the Beadmakers in Akyem Abompe in Ghana where they are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite from the nearby hills to drilling the holes. Bauxite is a type of aluminum ore. Bauxite Beads are a beautiful mix of Autumn browns ranging from quite a light almost orange brown to a deep rich brown. They give a necklace a natural look and feel. This strand is quite unusual as some of the beads are carved. -
A strand of approx. 31 Bauxite Beads strung on string 35" long. The beads are a real mix in size from approx. 45 mm x 14 mm to 15 mm x 12 mm. These beads were bought from Traders at Ghana's Bead Markets. These beads are made by the Beadmakers in Akyem Abompe in Ghana where they are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite from the nearby hills to drilling the holes. Bauxite is a type of aluminum ore. Bauxite Beads are a beautiful mix of Autumn browns ranging from quite a light almost orange brown to a deep rich brown. They give a necklace a natural look and feel. This is an unusually beautiful strand of large beads. -
A strand of approx. 191 Bauxite Beads strung on string 34" long. The beads are approx. 16 mm around by 4-5 mm. These beads were bought from Traders at Ghana's Bead Markets. These beads are made by the Beadmakers in Akyem Abompe in Ghana where they are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite from the nearby hills to drilling the holes. Bauxite is a type of aluminum ore. Bauxite Beads are a beautiful mix of Autumn browns ranging from quite a light almost orange brown to a deep rich brown. They give a necklace a natural look and feel. -
A strand of African Agate Beads strung on fishing wire about 26" long. The beads are a variation of rich verdant green. There are 4 varying strands and they are numbered in the second image. You will receive the strand shown in the photos. -
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A strand of Turquoise disk beads traded in Ghana, W. Africa. Found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader. Each strand is about 32" and the beads are about 1x6 mm strung on string. The beads are handmade so will vary in size, shape and colour. After some research it seems these beads are probably Howlite a stone or gem in and of itself but also well known for its ability to be dyed and look like other stones/gems. Howlite is a stone of patience and perspective, for those who feel they need to slow it down, absorb, and clear the constant stream of chatter from the mind, it's a crystal that marries you to a more mindful way of life. So not 'real' turquoise' but still a treasure! -
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40 Turquoise faceted beads traded in Ghana, W. Africa. Found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader. Each bead is about 8x17 mm. The beads are strung on string about 34" long. After some research it seems these beads are probably Howlite a stone or gem in and of itself but also well known for its ability to be dyed and look like other stones/gems. Howlite is a stone of patience and perspective, for those who feel they need to slow it down, absorb, and clear the constant stream of chatter from the mind, it's a crystal that marries you to a more mindful way of life. So not 'real' turquoise' but still a treasure! -
11 round disk shaped old Soft Granite Stone Beads from Mali handcrafted in the ancient methods. These unusual beads were bought in the Koforidua Beads Market in Ghana, W. Africa. They range from 15 to 28 mm. You will receive a grouping of 11 beads similar to the groupings the second image. These beads are a soft Cement Grey with a rough earthy feel and look. -
A strand of 20 gorgeous Marbled Black, Brown and White Agate Beads bought from Hidir, a Bead Trader at the Koforidua Market where I found a lot of treasures. These beads are velvety to the touch, look quite opaque lying on the table but when you hold them up to the light they are translucent ... quite stunning. The Beads are strung on string 32" long. The beads vary in size but are about 14 x 37 mm. Each strand is different. If you would like a specific strand please contact us. The first single strand is Strand#1 (3rd photo in) The second single strand is Strand#2 (4th photo in). Otherwise you will receive one of the strands in the photos. "Agate is believed to discern truth, accept circumstances, and is a powerful emotional healer. Legend says that Agate improves memory and concentration, increases stamina and encourages honesty. It is believed to prevent insomnia and insure pleasant dreams, to enhance personal courage and protect one against danger. Agate provides a calming influence, improves perception, concentration and helps to develop and increase one's analytical talents." -
A strand of 20 gorgeous Warm Orange Carnelian Agate Beads bought from Hidir, a Bead Trader at the Koforidua Market where I found a lot of treasures. These beads are velvety to the touch, look quite opaque lying on the table but when you hold them up to the light they are translucent ... quite stunning. The Beads are strung on string 32" long. The beads vary in size but are about 15 x 48 mm. The strands vary slightly. In one strand some of the beads have a black swirl in them. If you would like a specific strand please contact us or you will receive one of the strands you see in the photo. "Known as a stone of motivation and endurance, leadership and courage, Carnelians have protected and inspired throughout history. A glassy, translucent stone, Carnelian is an orange-colored variety of Chalcedony, a mineral of the Quartz family. ... The ancient Egyptians called Carnelian "the setting sun." -
A strand of 25 varying old vintage Carnelian Agate Beads found in the Koforidua Market in Ghana. The beads are different sizes and shapes with some pitting and wear which adds to their charm. The beads are strung on string 27" long. There are variations between strands. Please contact us if you would like a specific strand. Otherwise you will receive a strand similar to the photo with variations. The colour varies from a dark burnt orange to a light orange ... very Autumn. It turns out that Carnelian is a very special stone... to read more check out the blog 'Wow! Carnelian is...' -
A strand of 50 gorgeous warm orange Carnelian Agate Beads found in the Koforidua Market in Ghana. The beads are well matched with the average size being 22x11 mm. The beads are strung on plastic string 42" long. The colour varies from a dark burnt orange to a light orange ... very Autumn. You will receive a strand similar to the photo. Carnelian has a lovely story ... read the blog to find out what i pieced together researching this intriguing stone .. to read more check out the blog 'Wow! Carnelian is...' -
A strand of small Bauxite Beads which are 4mm are strung on raffia 22" long. The beads are polished and have an earthy look. These beads were bought directly from the Beadmakers in Akyem Abompe in Ghana where they are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite from the nearby hills to drilling the holes. Bauxite Beads are a beautiful mix of Autumn browns ranging from quite a light almost orange brown to a deep rich brown. They give a necklace a natural earth look and feel. Since these are handmade there are variations amongst the beads so you will get a strand similar to the one in the photo. -
A strand of approx. small Bauxite Beads strung on raffia 24" long. The beads are approx. 7 mm. They are handmade and so will vary in size, shape and colour. The beads are polished and have an earthy rough hewn look. These beads were bought directly Hidir, a Trader in Koforidua, Ghana. He was telling me these beads are becoming harder and harder to get as they are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite from the nearby hills to drilling the holes and as the older generation retires no one takes their place as the Craftsman cannot make a reasonable living. Bauxite Beads are a beautiful mix of Autumn browns ranging from quite a light almost orange brown to a deep rich brown. These beads tend towards the lighter earthy colours. They give a necklace a natural look and feel. -
A strand of tiny Bauxite Beads strung on raffia 24" long. The beads are approx. 4 mm. The beads are rough and have an earthy hewn look. These beads were bought from Hidir, a Trader at the Koforidua Market. He was telling me these beads which are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite to drilling the holes, are now endangered as less and less are being made as the Craftsmen cannot make a reasonable living. Bauxite Beads are a beautiful mix of Autumn browns ranging from quite a light almost orange brown to a deep rich brown. They give a necklace a natural look and feel. -
2 strings of tiny Bauxite Beads strung on raffia 14" long. There are approx. 124 beads which are 3x2 mm. The beads are polished and have an earthy look. These beads were bought directly from the Beadmakers in Akyem Abompe in Ghana where they are handcrafted in a very labour intensive process starting from mining the bauxite from the nearby hills to drilling the holes. These bauxite beads have become scarce as the young people leave the villages.
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