Serpentine Elongated Bicones, Afghan african Trade Beads Vintage 1930s 80% silver with

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Serpentine Elongated Bicones, Afghan african Trade Beads Vintage 1930s 80% silver withThese lovely matte finish serpentine elongated bicone beads are an opaque yellowish green and were hand cut in Afghanistan. A chartreuse green color. 42 beads per strand, 16 inches long. Beads are fairly uniform in size, averaging 9mm long x 5mm diameter with 1mm holes. Please view other listings of matte finish gemstone beads handmade in Afghanistan! Last photo shows some bracelets made with a variety of colors and shapes mixed with Thai silver.