Strand of Antique Yellow Hebron Glass Beads carnelian Antique 1800's

Antique 1800's

larger bead is 10mm diameter x 16mm long

Each strand contains small bicone-shaped wicker-wrapped beads (19mm long) as well as large (some up to 32mm in length) sealed with hand-beaten copper

hand-faceted in India

total measurements are 4 1/2 inches x 4 inches x 3/4 inch thick

Strand of Antique Yellow Hebron Glass Beads carnelian Antique 1800's24" strand, these old yellow Hebron beads are estimated to be between 600 and 800 years old, made by Hebrew refugees in the Sudan region. Hebron beads were made with Dead Sea salts and the most common color is yellow. Graduated strand, beads range in size from 13mm 25mm diameter, and 10mm 18mm tall. Large hole, 3 5mm. So beautiful! Last photo shows all the colors!