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One full strand of tubular metal beads handmade in Mali using the old colonial Ghanaian coins, that is the only nickel free metal. Because of the shortage of the coins, these beads become every day more rare. The strand contains 20 beads.
Each bead measures approx: 4-5 mm. diam. x 40-41 mm. with 1,5-2 mm. hole.
Net weight 30 grams.
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Africa has been home to an active metalworking industry for 6,000 years, reaching back to the ancient Nubians and Egyptians who crafted artifacts in gold and copper. Iron working was introduced by the Phoenicians around 800 BCE, and spread gradually across the continent: up to the Atlantic coast. The metal was used to produce weapons, tools, amuletes.
Iron was not the only metal manipulated and shaped by the skilled hands of African metalworkers. The Ashanti kingdom in present-day Ghana was famous for its abundant gold reserves, and the Ashanti people crowned their king on a sacred golden stool said to have floated down from the heavens.
Looking for affordable handmade African jewelry and organic skincare? Please, check out my other shop!
https://www.etsy.com/shop/FromGhana
For authentic West African waist beads, also custom made, please visit our sister shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/OriginsWB
All proceeds from the sale of these beads goes to "The One & Only Cat Sanctuary in Ghana".
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