AF530. The beaded part of this vintage apron from the
Camaroon is 15 1/2 inches wide and 6 1/4 inches tall, with the pendants
and shells attached the entire height is 10 1/2 inches. The
intricate beadwork is nicely done with open spaces in the middle of the
X's. The colours are rich, warm and beautiful together.
These are worn by Kirdi women and called "cache-sex" aprons as
they hide their sexual parts. $145.US.
AF531. I like the lop-sided design of this beaded vintage
apron from the Camaroon. The beaded part is 16 1/2 inches wide
and 5 inches tall. Including the pendants and shells it is 7
inches tall. The design is very expressive and individual.
These are worn by Kirdi women and called "cache-sex" aprons as
they hide their sexual parts. $85.US.
AF532. This vintage apron from the Camaroon has a very
strict diamond design in red, white and blue - a popular colour
combination in many parts of the world. The beaded part is 17
inches wide and 5 1/4 inches tall. The entire height including
the shells is 7 1/2 inches tall. These are worn by Kirdi women
and called "cache-sex" aprons as they hide their sexual parts.
$85.US.
AF533. This beaded South African necklace is 15 1/2
inches around when closed. If you are going to wear it, make sure
that you allow for a little breathing space. The white part 1 1/2
inches tall, ridged nicely with a lace look at the bottom. The
necklace has four beaded flaps (averaging 1 1/2 inches square) at the
front. When sitting it is the one with the pink background that
shows but you can flip them up and see each one. I haven't had
one quite this complex before. $300.US.
AF742.
Here is a group
of Ethiopian silver beads made to be worn as anklets. I find the
shapes and sizes very useful though and use them as spacers, or at the
back of necklaces, etc. They are priced at $4./gram. Strand
#1 has 9 1/2 inches of beads on the strand.
$78.US. Strand #2 has 10 inches of beads on the
strand. $85.US. Strand #3 has 10 inches of
beads on the strand. $190.US. Strand #4 has 9
1/2 inches of beads on the strand. $94.US.
Strand #5 has 11 inches of beads on the strand.
$85.US. Strand #6 has 12 inches of beads on the
strand. $85.US. (#1, #4 & #6 are sold)
AF743.
Here is a group
of Ethiopian silver beads made to be worn as anklets. I find the
shapes and sizes very useful though and use them as spacers, or at the
back of necklaces, etc. They are priced at $4./gram. Strand
#1 has a
little more than 11 inches of hollow beads on it with a diameter of a
little over 1/2 inch. $290.US. Strand #2 has 10 1/2
inches of solid
beads on the strand. $218.US. Strand #3 has 11
inches of beads on
the strand. $100.US. Strand #4 has 9 inches of
beads on the strand. $65.US. Strand #5 has 9
inches of beads on the strand. $65.US. (#3, #4 & #5 are sold. The rest are available.)
AF744. I have a group of silver bead necklaces here from
Ethiopia. They are all strung onto multiple strands of black
yarn. Strand #1 has 23 inches of beads on the strand.
$140.US. Strand #2 has 22 inches of beads on the
strand. $390.US. Strand #3 has 18 inches of
beads on the strand. $420.US. Strand #4 has 18
1/2 inches of beads on the strand along with a 1 3/4 inch wide
amulet. $335.US. Strand #4 has 22 1/2 inches of
beads on the strand. $275.US.
AF745. This silver necklace has 29 inches of beads around
it with an amulet of 2 7/8 inches in width. The necklace is quite
impressive and tied shut with a cord. Since it is so long it is
easily put on over the head. The necklace weighs 180 grams and
comes in at an excellent price. $540.US.
AF747. This is a rather wonderful antique carved whistle
from West Africa. It is made of bone. The end opposite to
the holed end has three openings into an inside chamber. I have
no idea how to use it to make a noise though. The piece is 4 1/4
inches long and the colours are beautifully toned from its long
existence. It would make a memorable pendant with a variety of
ways to string it up. $225.US.
AF748. This variety of antique silver Ethiopian crosses is
from a collection of Ethiopian silver that was put together decades
ago. (The rings listed below are also from that collection)
Because the crosses were from a collection, each one is
distinctive. Cross #1 is 1 1/8 inches tall.
$45.US. Cross #2 is 1 5/8 inches tall.
$65.US. Cross #3 is decorated on one side and flat on
the other. $65.US. Cross #4 is 2 inches tall
and has been worn flat on each side. $75.US.
Cross #5 is 1 1/2 inches tall plus loop.
$45.US. Cross #6 has no hanging loop but a cord can
be used for attachment. It is very unusual - over 1 1/2 inches
tall. $85.US. Cross #7 also has no hanging loop but a
cut out one to use. It is stretched from wear but still
usable. This unusual piece is 1 5/8 inches tall.
$95.US. Cross #8 is 2 1/16 inches tall.
$75.US. Cross #9 is the tiniest at 3/4 inch in
height. $30.US. Cross #10 is a little over 1
3/4 inches tall. $75.US. Cross #11 was etched
with very fine lines on each side, though much has been smoothed over
from touching over time. It is 1 5/8 inches tall.
$75.US. Cross #12 was once hinged. This is the
bottom part. The holes that the connector went through is fine to
slip a stringing cord through. It is 1 3/4 inches tall.
$85.US. Cross #13 is also the bottom part of a hinged
cross. The bar is still in it but it can be strung by the space
underneath. It is a bit over 7/8 inches tall. $40.US. (#1, #2, #3, #5, #6, #7, #9, #10, #11, #12 and #13 are sold, #4 & #8 are available)
AF749. These three antique silver crosses are from a
collection of Ethiopian silver that was put together a number of
decades ago. Cross #1 is 2 1/4 inches tall and has a different
complex design cut into each side. $110.US.
Cross #2 is 2 3/4 inches tall and patterned the same on each
side. $110.US. Cross #3 is very worn and the
designs are almost all worn off. $90.US.
AF750. Here are two antique silver hinged Ethiopian crosses
from a collection that was put together a long time ago. It is a
treat to have these highly decorated well made pieces available.
I see contemporary crosses and they are as different from these as
night and day. Cross #1 is 3 1/4 inches tall -
$155.US. Cross #2 is also 3 1/4 inches tall - $155.US.
AF751. These are two absolutely wonderful unusual antique
crosses from Ethiopia. They come from an old collection and
pieces like these are no longer available. The complex silver
work on them has been smoothed a bit over time, which emphasizes the
beauty. Both crosses are made from two parts with a hinge
inbetween. Cross #1 is 2 5/8 inches tall -
$170.US. Cross #2 is 2 7/8 inches tall -
$170.US. 
AF756. Here is a nice antique group of silver spiral
pendants from the Berber people of Morocco. The spiral is a world
wide symbol for eternity and is a protective element. Spirals #1,
#2, #3 and #4 are 2 1/2 inches tall. Each one is
$45.US. Pendants #5 and #6 are 1 3/8 inches tall - each one
is $28.US. The three pendants in group #7 are a little over
7/8 inches tall. They are $55.US for the group. (#3, #5, #6 & #7 are sold)
AF757. The beads in groups AF757 to AF762 come from a
single collection of Ethiopian silver collected a number of decades
ago. Ring #1 is a size 8 - $75.US. Ring #2 is a
size 8 - $100.US.
AF758. The
beads in groups AF757 to AF762 come from a single collection of
Ethiopian silver collected a number of decades ago. Ring #1 is a
size 10 - $110.US. Ring #2 is a size 10 - $125.US.
AF759. The
beads in groups AF757 to AF762 come from a single collection of
Ethiopian silver collected a number of decades ago. Ring #1 is a
size 9.5 - $110.US. Ring #2 is a size 10.5 - $100.US. (#2 is sold)
AF760. The
beads in groups AF757 to AF762 come from a single collection of
Ethiopian silver collected a number of decades ago. Ring #1 is a
size 6-6.5 - $75.US. Ring #2 is a size 7 -
$75.US. 
AF761. The
beads in groups AF757 to AF762 come from a single collection of
Ethiopian silver collected a number of decades ago. This ring is
a size 6.5 - $100.US.
AF762. The
beads in groups AF757 to AF762 come from a single collection of
Ethiopian silver collected a number of decades ago. This ring is
a size 8.5 - $75.US. 
AF763. This is a rather wonderful ring that would work
beautifully as a pendant. It is a size 7.5-8.
$250.US. 
AF764. Wonderful twisted ring - not sterling grade. Size 10 - $100.US.
AF766. I put this pair of Yemeni Bedouin bracelets on the
"Africa" page as they have a close connection with style and
manufacture and tradition. Yemen is a short trip across the Red
Sea and Gulf of Aden and much of the work is similar to that in North
Africa. These are antique silver pieces (not sterling grade)
weighing 237 grams for the pair. The outer part of the
bracelets is slightly over 4 inches diameter and the inner part
is 2 3/4 inches apart. The bracelets are a little over 3/4
inch tall. $300.US/for the pair
AF768. This is an 11 1/2 inch tall Ethiopian coptic hand
cross used during religious ceremonies. This is a vintage piece
of solid mixed metal which is quite heavy. The cross could be
much brighter in colour but needs a good cleaning as this has actually
been used, not just made for decoration. The bottom square has
cross hatching on one side and is plain on the other - otherwise it is
very similar on each side with lots of hammering to create the line
designs in it. The cross has a bit of wear around the edges from
use which helps to display its age. The wides part is 5 5/8
inches wide. $155.US.
AF769. Here is a gorgeous South African beaded belt, ready
for wear. The belt is vintage and very well made with strong
thread and an extra cord at the waist as well. The beaded part of
the belt is 31 inches around with the rectangular panels measuring at 2
1/4 inches long and 1 1/4 inches wide. The cords to tie it shut
with are each 6 1/2 inches long. This can look very modern slung
around the hips. Here is a life-size image. I just love this. $125.US.
AF770. There are three strands of ancient natural quartz
beads from Djenne, Mali. Strand #1 has 29 1/2 inches of beads on
the strand. Strand #2 has 29 inches of beads on the
strand. Strand #3 has 28 inches of beads on the
strand. They are much more attractive in real life than in the
photo - apologies. $135.US/each strand
AF771. These ancient carnelian and quartz strands came from
Djenne, Mali. Strand #1 has 29 inches of beads on the strand.
Strand #2 has 28 inches of beads on the strand.
Strand #3 has 27 inches of beads on the strand. They are nicer in
real life than they appear in the photo. $135.US/each strand
AF772. These ancient carnelians are beautifully cut, and
came out of Djenne, Mali. These strands average 30 inches in
length. $145.US/each strand
AF773. This strand of ancient carnelian beads from Djenne,
Mali is 28 inches long. The impressive bead at the front is
slightly over 7/8 inch in diameter. $265.US.
AF774. Brass lost wax cast vintage elongated bells from
Nigeria, Africa. These work great as pendants - mist of
them still have the little clankers inside so that they can make a
noise. #1 is 3 5/8 inches long so you can compare that against
the rest. Age has given them a great colour. $18.US/each (#3, #7 and #10 are sold)
AF775. This is a beautifully coloured strand of vintage
sandcast beads from Ghana. The strand has 26 inches of beads on
it averaging 1/2 inch in diameter. $110.US.
AF776. I love these fat voluptuous looking beads.
These are vintage lost wax castings from Ghana, and is a very
attractive collection. The necklace is 31 inches around and ready
to wear in a traditional way. The longest bead on the strand is 2
3/4 inches. The beads average more than 1/2 inch in
diameter. The brass has a great colour to it. $350.US.
AF777. I have renewed my collection of vintage to antique
Ethiopian silver beads. These are lovely fine ones and I bought
all of the strands that were offered to me. There is a big chance
of never getting them again as the premiere dealer no longer has
any. Strand #1 is 54 inches long - $160.US.
Strand #2 is 70 inches long - $154.US. Strand #3 is
64 inches long - $120.US. Strand #4 is 64 inches long
- $154.US. Strand #5 is 59 inches long -
$130.US. Strand #6 is 53 inches long - $86.US.
Strand #7 is 80 inches long - $175.US. Strand #8 is 10.5
inches long - $38.US. 
AF778. These are antique Ethiopian strands of non/sterling
silver prayer beads. Strand #1 is 24 inches long plus
pendant. $115.US. Strand #2 is 24 inches long plus
pendant. $115.US. Strand #3 is 37 inches long plus
pendant. $135.US.
AF779. These are new brass crosses made in Ethiopia.
I have a few of each style. Cross #1 is 2 3/8 inches tall.
The crosses #1, #3, and #4 are all $10.US/each. Cross #2 is 3 3/4
inches tall - they are $12.US/each.
AF780. These Ethiopian crosses are from an old
collection. They desperately need to be cleaned so that you can
discover their true colour and surface. So that you can guage
sizes, cross #1 is 3 1/2 inches tall. This is a very mixed batch
being sold at a bargain price with some having a good amount of silver
to them, and some having brass. $38.US/each cross. (#9 is sold)
AF781. I collected attractive silver antique Ethiopian
crosses for a long time - and would make them into necklaces. I
still have these groups remaining - (and AF782 below) of just the
crosses themselves. The new owner needs to do the work of putting
them together. They all have working stringing holes across them,
but they do vary in size so you have to play with the sizes of beads
that go alongside. These are great pieces that have been nicely
worn over time.
AF782.
I collected attractive silver antique
Ethiopian crosses for a long time - and would make them into
necklaces. I still
have these groups remaining - (and AF781 above) of just the crosses
themselves.
The new owner needs to do the work of putting them together. They
all
have working stringing holes across them, but they do vary in size so
you have to play with the sizes of beads that go alongside. These
are terrific pieces that have been worn and altered over time - just
magical.
AF783. Here is a very attractive Fulani necklace from
Nigeria. This goes 34 inches around and is made of very lovely
coloured beads, with the blue ones having quite a lot of variety to
them. I didn't count how many strands - but a lot!!!
$245.US.
AF784. Here is a heavy silver (73.6 grams) Tuareg
ring/pendant in its traditional style. This one has a piece of
glass as its spear. The entire piece is 3 3/8 inches long and the
ring size is an 8.5US size. It is substantial and very
attractive. $250.US.
AF785. I love this very old bracelet and wonder what it has
experienced in its long life. It has the protective domes on the
sides, and is hinged closed. The bracelet is small, just 6 inches
around on the inside and 1 3/4 inches tall. This works best with
a wrist that is no more than 5 1/2 inches around, and shaped more round
than rectangular. It could use some
cleaning and I am sure will gleam beautifully when worn again.
This is a bargain price.
$75.US
AF786. Here are two strands of antique carved shell beads
from Mauritania. The beads are small and very carefully
done. Each strand has about 21-22 inches of shells on it.
$165.US/each strand
AF540. These old silver Ethiopian crosses average 1 1/2 inches in height. They are $65.US/each
AF541. All of these crosses and pendants are made from
Maria Theresa "trade dollars" from Austria called thalers. They
were first made in 1471. Starting in 1480 they were struck for
trade and continued over many years, to still have that same date on
them. They have a silver content of .833. They have been
very popular in Africa, often melted down to make various items, but
sometimes cut into crosses or made into pendants by adding a hanging
loop. Pendant #2 is 2 inches tall - you can calculate the rest
from that measurement. $95.US./each (#3, #4, #5 and #8 are available)
AF542. There is a very nice variety of crosses here, all
priced at $60./each. #2 is 1 5/8 inches tall - you can use that
size to determine the sizes of others in comparison. #2 & #5 are sold)
AF543. There are some more unusual silver Ethiopian
crosses here. Cross #1 is slightly over 2 inches tall with a
complex design. $135.US. Cross #2 is 2 3/8 inches
tall. $90.US. Cross #3 is 2 1/4 inches tall, and the
first one with a design like this that I have seen. $145.US.
Cross #4 is 2 1/8 inches tall and has an attractive
delicate design on it. $95.US. Cross #5 is slightly
over 2 1/2 inches tall - very plain but elegant. $120.US.
#5 is 2 inches tall with a very large hanging loop with an
opening of 1/4 inch. $85.US. #6 is $55.US. (#1. #3 & #5 are sold)
AF559. Although these beads look like granite they are
actually ground glass from broken trade beads. You can see bits
of millefiore in them. 25 inches. $65.US.
AF569.
There are two pieces of beadwork here, made in Africa and most likely
used to decorate clothing. They could be transformed into neck
pieces with a little imagination or work on clothing again. Piece
#1 is 11 inches across at the top, and 1 inch in height -
$40.US. Piece #2 is 12 1/4 inches across and 1 inch tall -
$40.US. 
AF571. This gorgeous granite bead carved in Africa is 3 3/8
inches long. It has a large stringing hole that a leather cord
could go through. I really like the shape that was cut.
$95.US. 
AF572. I have six Tuareg (from Mali) "crosses" here, each
one with its own personality, and each one old and used - not
new. #1 is quite worn from being rubbed, and is 2 7/8 inches
tall. $145.US. #2 is 3 3/8 inches tall, and lightly
worn. $185.US. #3 is a little over 3 1/8 inches long
and lightly worn. $185.US. #4 is 2 1/2 inches tall,
and interestingly shaped. $150.US. #5 is just
short of 3 inches tall and lightly worn like most of the others.
$150.US. #6 is 2 7/8 inches tall and very graceful as these
pieces are. $165.US. (#3 & #5 are sold)
AF573. All that you need to do is look at the cover of "A
World of Rings" to see a variety of these vintage pieces from the
Tuareg people of the Sahara. The metal parts are silver and the
coloured pieces are typically carnelian or glass. Ring #1 is
beautifully engraved with a long (protective) piece of carnelian
extending from it. The piece measures 2 1/8 inch from one end to
the other, and fits a size 9.5 finger.
$175.US. Ring #2 is a small and quiet engraved
version with a small black glass piece to decorate it. It fits a
size 5.5 finger. $75.US. Ring #3 has a
bit of flair to it. It is made of coin silver with a bit of brass
decorations and a Czech glass bead as the ornament. It is
difficult to specify a size because of its shape. I would guess a
6.5-7. $145.US. Ring #4 is quite large and not
meant to be worn on the finger - it is much better as a pendant.
I imagine that there was once a hefty piece of carnelian held on the
front, but once broken a piece of Czech glass was inserted
instead. I love the twisted/twirled silver around the back and
Saharan looking engraving. The piece is 2 1/8 inch from one end
to the other. The rectangle is 1 1/8 inch across. $195.US.
AF574. This is a very attractive nicely made Tuareg prayer
box from the Sahara. The bumps on it are nicely smoothed down
from being touched while worn. The entire piece is 2 1/8 inches
tall. It also has a hole drilled through it, just under the
loop. $135.US.
AF577. There is a similar ring on page 40 of "A World of
Rings." It is from Ethiopia and features a local coin. Size
7. $85.US.
AF578. This antique ring is from Ethiopia and quite traditional. Size 8.5. $45.US.
AF580. There are 3 1/4 inches of amber beads on strand
#1. $30.US. (sold) Strand #2 is a small group (4 inches) of
Venetian trade beads. $55.US. 
AF583. This has been one of my favourite ancient amazonite
beads, and I kept it in my own collection for quite a long time.
It is a bead that must have been broken and was filed down so that half
of it remains. You can see the former drilling hole, and another
hole had to be made (long ago) to turn this into a pendant. The
pendant is 1 1/2 inch long. $140.US.
AF584. This is a Tuareg gri gri, a protective pendant worn
by men expressing their strength and virility. This has an
engraved pattern on one side - the other side is blank, as well as an
intriguing design on the "stamp" side. The piece is 1 1/4 inches
tall while the square at the bottom is 5/8 inch across.
$115.US.
AF586. Here is a group of Ethiopian crosses that came from
a European collection. Each one is very distinctive from each
other. Cross #1 is $145.US. Cross #2 is
$175.US. Cross #3 is $135.US. Cross #4
is $75.US. Cross #5 is $75.US.
Cross #6 is $185.US. (it is very thick silver)
Cross #7 is $60.US. Cross #8 is $155.US. (#1, #4 & #8 are sold)
AF587. Here are three vintage Tuareg silver crosses from Mali. They are $135.US/each.
AF589. Here is a genuine "true" antique Kiffa bead from
Mauritania which was bought in the nineties. They were made out
of ground up European beads, most likely broken ones which was mixed
with some sort of binding agent. The glass was used to make
intricate and symbolic patterns on the cream coloured glass base of the
beads. There are contemporary Kiffa beads being made now, but I
have never seen any with the same complexity. These beads are
rare and highly collectible. This bead is 15/16 inches long and
1/2 inch at the widest. There is chipping at the bottom which
extends a little to the sides around it which should be evident on the
enlarged photo. $145.US.
AF590. This is a genuine "true" antique Kiffa bead from
Mauritania which was bought in the nineties. You can read about
them in AF589 above. This bead is in perfect condition with no
cracks or breaks. It is 1/2 inch in diameter. $125.US.
AF591. This conical "true" antique Kiffa bead from
Mauritania was bought in the nineties. You can read about them in
AF589 above. This bead is in excellent condition with no cracks
or breaks. The bottom is a little over 1/2 inch in diameter, and
it is slightly over 3/8 inch tall. $135.US.
AF592. I have two versions of this Ethiopian bracelet and this is
the smaller one measuring 2 inches by 1 5/8 inches on the inside
wrapping around the wrist. The opening is 1 1/8 inches
wide. The bronze is hammered into a square wire and then marked
with a line going down the middle of each side. It is constantly
being worked and then annealed, worked on and annealed
again. It is labour intensive. The ends are hammered flat
and then curled for the finish. These are quite rare. This
one is $90.US. 
AF593. This is the larger version of a bronze twisted
bracelet from Ethiopia. The inside measures 2 3/8 inches by 1 3/4
inches. It is quite heavy as the metal is solid. This too
(as the bracelet above) was formed as a fat wire with four sides, then
decorated down the middle of each side - then twisted in a labour
intensive process. The opening is 1 5/8 inches wide and the
curled ends are 1 inch tall. $110.US.
AF595. Here is a necklace bought in Morocco made with
a mix of beads including antique Yemeni prayer beads and silver
beads. The pendants are silver pieces from Morocco. It
measures 17 inches around and the central pendant is 2 1/8 inches
tall. $455.US.
AF600. This is a great group of old, worn, silver Ethiopian
crosses. #1 - $65.US. #2 - $46.US.
#3 - $54.US. #4 - $50.US. #5 -
$64.US. #6 - $25.US. To calculate the sizes, #1 is 2
inches tall. (5cm) (#1, #5 & #6 are sold)
AF601. This group of silver Ethiopian crosses are
beautifully worn after long years of use. #1 -
$100.US. #2 - $95.US. #3 - $65.US.
#4 - $54.US. #5 - $20.US. #6 -
$46.US. #7 - $55.US. To calculate the sizes, #1 is 1
5/8 inches tall. (slightly over 4cm) The prices are all
determined by weight. (#3, #4, #6 & #7 were sold)
AF602. I have always had an affection for the Ethiopian
cross - by the many variations made, village by village, and the wear
on the old silver pieces that shows they were touched and loved when
worn. #1 -
$18.US (1 13/16 inches tall - 47mm). #2 -
$85.US (it was gilded in the past but just a little is remaining
- 2 3/4 inches tall - 7cm.). #3 - $70.US. (2 1/2
inches tall - 63mm) (#1 & #3 are sold) 
AF603. Old Tuareg silver crosses from Mali. #1
- $85.US (2 1/2 inches tall - 63mm). #2 -
$105.US (2 7/16 inches tall - 63mm). (#1 is sold)
AF610. These are large antique sturdy stone beads traded
into Africa long ago. Strand #1 is 34 inches long with the center
bead being 1 1/2 inches wide. There are a few typical old bits of
damage on the beads but they have a great shape and colour and lovely
ancient crystal beads spacers. Strand #2 is 35 inches
long. The central crystal bead has a diameter a little over 1 1/8
inch long. $320.US/each strand.
AF611. Strand #1 is largely quartz and nicely graduated
with both rough beads and smooth ones. There are 28 inches of
beads on the strand. $185.US. Strand #2 is 28 inches
long with very nicely cut slices of mostly pale carnelian with a bit of
quartz thrown in. $185.US. (#2 is sold)
AF618. There are three strands of antique granite beads
here, some mixed with carnelians. Strand #1 is 27 inches
long. $100.US. Strand #2 is 25 inches
long. $75.US. Strand #3 is 26 inches long.
$75.US. (#3 is sold)
AF619. There is 29 inches of granite on this strand with
the largest beads in the middle measuring more than an inch in
diameter. $195.US.
AF621. Here are some Ethiopian silver pieces.
#1 is a typical ankle bracelet with beads of a diameter of 5/16
inches. The bracelet is a little over 10 inches long with 8 1/2
inches of beads on it. $65.US. Necklace #2 is
18 inches long and had half dome beads on it. The red white-heart
beads are new ones - everything else is antique.
$165.US. Necklace #3 is over 20 inches long without a
clasp. It has the great "flying saucer" beads on it that I
love. $160.US. (#1 & #3 are sold)
AF622. So far, every time that I think I will never find
any more of these tiny Ethiopian silver beads, I am lucky enough to
find a few more... Strand #1 is 40+ inches long and weighs
70.8grams. $400.US. Strand #2 has 33 inches of beads
and weighs 65.1grams. $375.US. Strand #3 is 42
inches long and includes glass beads as well. It weighs
49.9grams. $295.US. (both are now sold)
AF623. Here are two more strands of tiny Ethiopian antique
silver beads. Strand #1 is 50 inches long and weighs
81.9grams. $450.US. Strand #2 is 38
inches long and weighs 59.6grams. $350.US.
AF625. I have two Dogon hammered metal chains here, each
one strung with one granite bead. The metal has been rusted over
time. There is a chain piece on page 66 of "A World of Necklaces" where the author says "A sacred necklace worn by the Hogon, the supreme religious authority of the Dogon, and by the priest of the cult of Lebe, one of their eight mythical ancestors. The stones symbolizd the bones of Lebe, the first Hogon." Strand #1 is 46 inches long with one interesting twisted
link and a dangle. $65.US. Strand
#2 also has one twisted/twirled link. The necklace is
34 inches long. $50.US. (#2 is sold)
AF631. This is a gorgeous strand of ancient diamond shaped
beads largely of carnelian, agate and crystal. The strand is a
little over 36 inches long. $425.US.
AF633. Strand #1 is 28 inches long.
Strand #2 is 27 inches long. $110.US/each strand.
AF634. Strand #1 is 28 inches long.
Strand #2 is 28 inches long. Strand #3 is 27 inches
long. $110.US/each strand.
AF637. This sandcast necklace has some very nice richly
coloured dark patterns of old sandcast beads as well as a couple of
Venetians thrown in. The "amber" beads are simply plastic but
they do have a good colour for copies. The strand is 30 inches
long so can just be pulled over the head. The oval "ambers"
average 7/8 inch in length. The pieces are over 50 yrs old.
$125.US.
AF638. Necklace #1 is ready to wear if you have a small
neck as it measure 14 3/4 inches long. Of course you could take
it apart, add a few more beads, and extend it as long as you
need. The background beads are locally made metal ones, mostly
brass. The "amber" in the necklace is imitation - some kind of
plastic I think. The central bead is 1 1/4 inches in
diameter. $110.US. Necklace #2 is quite
small as well, being 15 inches in length. The metal beads were
made in Africa and the "amber" beads are imitation - some form of
plastic. The largest one is 3/4 inch long.
$85.US. They are both over 50 yrs old.
AF640. Here are two long strands of African made metal
beads, great for background beads... Strand #1 is 29 inches long
and made from copper. $65.US. Strand #2 is 34 inches
long and made from brass. $65.US.
AF641. Here is a group of African made brass bells.
All of the beads have hanging loops other than the oval bell on the
left. It seems to have one long ago, but it has been smoothed off
there. That piece is 1 1/8 inch across. $55.US for the
group.
AF643. These Tuareg crosses were bought in the sixties, and
already were old and worn. They have a wonderful patina to
them. #1 is 1 3/4 inches tall - you can compare the others
against it. #1 - $75.US, #2 -
$75.US, #3 - $48.US. #4 - $58.US. (#4 is sold)
AF644. #1 is a group of 3 rings. The one with the 3
knobs on the front is a size 8 and has a complex pattern decorating
it. The largest ring of the 3 is a 10.5. - $65.US.
The group of 8 rings work really well on a neck-piece - $125.US. #3, the ring on the cord is ready to wear. It is narrower where the cord is tied. - $45.US. (#1 & #2 are sold, #3 is available)
AF646. This African brass bracelet is interesting with its
graceful bands going around and a small amount of extra
embellishment. I suppose this was made for a man as the size is
quite large - 3 inches by 2 1/4 inches across on the inside. The
opening is 1 1/4 inches wide. It is 1 3/4 inches tall. The
decoration on this reminds me of the Bete
bracelet on page 47 in "A World of Bracelets." The pattern going
around symbolizes the veins found on foliage. $85.US.
AF647. This is quite a large and heavy African brass
bracelet. I am confused by it as the opening is quite narrow (5/8
inches wide) and is of no help in putting the bracelet on. One's
hand must be able to slip into it. The inside measures about 2
7/8 inches across. This represents quite a lot of labour in
construction. It was suggested to me that it might have been used
as trade money but it does seem like a man's bracelet. It is 2
3/8 inches tall. $85.US.
AF650. These old African bronze pendants represent the
male, the penis. #1 is 2 5/8 inches tall plus hoop. It has
a loop at the top and bottom. $55.US. #2 is
delicate and carefully decorated with a patched pattern. It is 1
3/4 inches tall and has one loop at the top.
$25.US. #3 is 1 3/4 inches tall with a loop at each
end. $30.US. (#1 is sold)
AF651. Yemeni ring #1 is sold. Ring #2 has a great
band to it, built like a log fence. The stone in the front is
glass. size 7.5 $45.US. 
AF653. There are four very different shell pendants here
coming from Morocco. Shell #1 is 7/8 inch across with a stringing
hole at the top. $16.US. Shell #2 is cut in a raised
square with two stringing holes. It is about 1 inch square.
$26.US. Shell #3 is 1 1/8 inches tall with stringing going
from top to bottom. $20.US. Shell #4 is typically
carved so that it can be sewn onto fabric. There are no stringing
holes. It is 1 inch across. $24.US. (#1, #2 & #4 are sold)
AF656. I have had Moroccan (or Mauritanian) rings with the
bead insert (a slice of a 7 layer chevron) before but none quite as
elaborate and exquisitely made as this heavy one before. The ring
has an impressive front to it but complex and interesting sides as
well. I wish this was much smaller in my size but it was made for
a man with a size 12 finger. According to A World of Rings - "The beads, called Goulimine stones, suggest eyes, and by analogy are prophylactic. $225.US.
AF657. Here are two old Marabout rings from Mali, nicely
worn with their talismanic incised designs traced into them.
These are magic protective symbols watching over the wearer. Ring
#1 is a size 10. Ring #2 is a size 9.5. $145.US/each. (#2 is sold)
AF663. There are three antique Ethiopian crosses
here. I don't sell the new versions only being interested in the
ones that have been worn for years and develop that beautiful silver
surface. #1 is 1 3/4 inches tall - $65.US. #2 is 1
7/8 inches tall - $70.US. #3 is 1 3/4 inches tall -
$65.US. (#1 is sold)
AF665. This antique Tuareg silver cross from Mali is 2 7/8
inches tall. It has some delicate markings on it, some of which
have worn down so they are only lightly showing. It is attractive
and graceful. $110.US.
AF666. This is a very plain antique silver cross from
Ethiopia. It has the original hanging loop on it which is nicely
worn but still strong for wear. The cross itself is crosshatched
with tiny lines from being worn for so long. The cross is 2 1/4
inches tall. $95.US.
AF668.
This is a very nice 21 inch long strand of mixed beads - the
blue/turquoise are Chinese made, and the fake amber are European.
The lovely decorated blue bead is Venetian from the 1800s. The
strand needs to be restrung with a clasp unless you can slip this over
your head. It's a great and unexpected combo that came from a
private collection of a world traveller. $185.US.
AF669. These heavy solid bronze beads were made in
Africa. The one that you can see in the photo on the left is
13/16 inch long and 7/8 inch in diameter. $40./4 beads.
AF676. This is a very worn antique Nubian anklet.
Most of the decorative images have been worn off but there are still
bits left as memories of the past. Although originally worn as
anklets these are currently used as bracelets as well. This would
look lovely in a display of beads or art. They are very heavy as
they are made of solid metal. The inside of this one is 2 3/8
inch across. The opening is very wide (1 3/8 inches) so it would
have to fit perfectly to not slip off. $75.US.
AF677. This Nubian anklet is incredibly heavy (388.9 grams)
and it would be wonderful if it was pure silver. This is a mix of
metals though with a good colour. The decorations stamped into it
are very attractive. The anklet has been worn quite a lot as it
is quite worn inside and at the ends. It would be good exercise
to wear this on a wrist. The inside of the piece is 2 1/2 inches
by 2 1/4 inches with a wide opening of 1 3/8 inches wide. It
would have to fit perfectly to not fall off as gravity will be at
work. This would work great as a display piece. $185.US.
AF681. This is a well worn antique silver ring from
Rajasthan. It shouldn't be on this page, but it will be
discovered. Very attractive and heavy too. Size 8.5.
$85.US.
AF683. Here are some Moroccan shell rings. These are
contemporary rings using old used shell pieces. Ring #1 is a size
9. Ring #2 is a size 7.5. Ring #3 is a size
7.5. Ring #4 is a size 8. The rings are $45.US each.
AF688. These Moroccan
pendants are all interesting. Unhappily silver from Morocco has risen
in price every year as the good old pieces enter peoples' collections.
I am glad to be able to offer antique pieces but apologize for the
prices. These
are popular nielo pieces. Pendant #1 is 1 3/4 inches tall -
$30.US. Pendant #2 - $44.US. Pendant #3 -
$48.US. Pendant #4 - $40.US. Pendant #5 -
$20.US. Pendant #6 - $32.US. Pendant #7 -
$25.US. Pendant #8 - $30.US. Pendant #9 -
$42.US.
AF689. Here is a group of beautifully engraved Moroccan
pieces. Disc #1 is 1 1/2 inches across - $34.US. Disc
#2 - $46.US. Disc #3 is 3 1/8 inches tall including the
coin pendant - $85.US. Disc #4 - $90.US. (#2 is sold)
AF690. These Moroccan
pendants are all interesting. Unhappily silver from Morocco has risen
in price every year as the good old pieces enter peoples' collections.
I am glad to be able to offer antique pieces but apologize for the
prices. Pendant
#1 is 2 1/8 inches tall - $36.US. Pendant #2 -
$30.US. Pendant #3 - $22.US. Pendant #4 -
$22.US. (#2, #3 & #4 are sold)
AF692. Here is a group of Tuareg amulets. These are
not silver but white metal. The amulets are nicely made though
and decorated. I will give the measurements of the top hanging
loop. Amulet #1 is 2 1/2 inches wide.
$28.US. Amulet #2 is 2 5/8 inch across.
$35.US. Amulet #3 is 3 inches across.
$40.US. Amulet #4 is 2 1/2 inches across.
$30.US. Amulet #5 is 3 inches across. $35.US. (#1, #2 & #4 are sold)
AF693. These are all antique/old antique silver crosses
that have been used in the past. Some show wear from being
touched and they all show wear on the hanging loop - they are all
strong enough to keep using though. Cross #1 is 2 5/16 inches
tall. (you
can use that measurement to guage the size of the others) Cross
#1 - $85.US. Cross #2 - $85.US. Cross #3 -
$90.US. Cross #4 - $85.US. Cross #5 -
$90.US. Cross #6 - $85.US. (#2, #3, #4, #5 & #6 are sold, #1 is available)
AF694. These
are all
antique/old antique silver crosses that have been used in the
past.
Some show wear from being touched and they all show wear on the hanging
loop - they are all strong enough to keep using though. Cross #1
is 2 3/8 inches tall. (you can use that measurement to guage the
size of the others) Cross #1 - $85.US. Cross #2 -
$135.US. Cross #3 - $120.US. Cross #4 - $145.US.
AF695. There are 22 inches of bells on this strand of Ethiopian silver. $275.US.
AF696. There are two strands of Ethiopian silver beads
here. Strand #1 has 29 inches of beads on it -
$395.US. Strand #2 has 26 inches of beads on it -
$250.US.
AF697. There are two strands of Ethiopian silver beads
here. Strand #1 has 18 inches of heavy beads on it -
$520.US. Strand #2 has 18 1/2 inches of heavy beads
on it - $535.US.
AF698. There are two strands of Ethiopian silver beads
here. Strand #1 has 22 inches of saucer beads on it -
$295.US. Strand #2 has 33 inches of beads (saucers
with spacers) on it - $420.US. (#2 is sold)
AF699. Strand #1 of these Ethiopian silver (not sterling - they have a strong copper content) beads is 30
inches long - $125.US. Strand #2 is also 30 inches long -
$125.US. 
AF700. Here are two gorgeous Ethiopian necklaces with
amulets in the front and silver rings at the back of the cords.
The silver is all antique and has already lived many lives.
Necklace #1 has 24 inches of beads on it with a 1 1/8 inch wide amulet -$424.US.
(84.9 grams) Necklace #2 has 23 inches of beads on it
(the cords of course make the necklaces much longer) with an amulet
that is 1 1/2 inches across - $300.US. (60.2 grams) (#1 is sold, #2 is available) 
AF701. These necklaces from Ethiopia are a little unusual
and very attractive when worn. The beads are all antique and very
nicely affected by time. Necklace #1 has a centerpiece of a
cornerless cube bead. There are 18 1/2 inches of silver beads on
it with the cube measuring 3/4 inch across - $360.US. (72.1
grams) Necklace #2 has 21 inches of beads on it with two
cornerless cube and a very nice pendant in the middle. The
pendant is 2 1/4 inches across at the bottom - $358.US. (71.6
grams)
AF702. Here are more antique silver necklaces from Ethiopia
with the added colour of artificial amber. Necklace #1 has
28 1/2 inches of beads with a 2 1/2 inch wide amulet - $465.US.
(93 grams) Necklace #2 has 25 inches of silver with an
amulet that is 1 3/4 inch wide and 7/16 inch thick - $274.US.
(54.8 grams)
AF703. There are three very different styles of antique
silver beads here. Strand #1 has 7 inches of knotted beads on it
- $57.US. (11.3 grams) Strand #2 is 10
inches of solid silver beads - $265.US (53.6
grams) Strand #3 is 20 inches long - $277.US.
(55.5 grams) (#2 & #3 are sold) 
AF704. There are two strands of hollow "roundish" silver
beads in this listing. Strand #1 is 11 3/4 inches long -
$144.US. (28.7 grams) Strand #2 is 11 inches
long - $170.US (34 grams)
AF705. Strand #1 is 54 inches long - $315.US. (62.7
grams) Strand #2 is slightly over 54 inches long and
has a hook at the end for closure - $670.US. I can sell half of
the strand for $335.US but it will no longer be fully strung as I will
have to cut the cord at the halfway mark. (134 grams)
AF707. These small Moroccan Southern crosses are $26.US/each. (#1, #2, #3 & #5 are sold - the rest are available) 
AF708. These beads are actually from Rajasthan but wound up
mixed with the Ethiopian ones so it was easier to list them here.
Strand #1 is actually three strands of 4 1/2 inches each -
$185.US (37 grams) Strand #2 consists of two
strands of 6 1/4 inches each - $77.US (15.4
grams) Strand #3 is made up of two strands of 5 1/2
inches each - $38.US (12.8 grams) Strand #4 is
9 1/2 inches long - $157.US (31.5 grams) Strand
#5 is 35 inches long - $244.US (48.7 grams) (#3 & #4 are sold)
AF718. There are three very different antique Fulani rings
from Mali in different sizes and different grades of silver. They
would often be worn in the hair or fastened to parts of textiles or as
pendants. Ring #1 is 1 1/4 inches in diameter and 3/4 inch
tall. It weighs quite a lot at 56.4 grams. $165.US.
Ring #2 is 1 1/8 inches across and just under 3/8 inch tall.
$65.US. Ring #3 is 7/8 inch across, has a deep dip on the
inside and a lump of silver on the outside. It is quite
intriguing. $75.US.
AF721. Here is a group of mixed metal beads from
Ethiopia. There are some with smallish stringing holes and others
with huge ones and some do have some silver content - they are being
sold untested. #1 is 10 inches long - $35.US. #2 is 9
1/2 inches long - $35.US. #3 is 10 1/2 inches long -
$45.US. #4 is 10 inches long - $35.US. AF722. Here
is a group
of mixed metal beads from Ethiopia. There are some with smallish
stringing holes and others with huge ones and some do have some silver
content - they are being sold untested. #1 is 10 1/2 inches
long - $35.US. #2 is 10 inches long - $30.US.
#3 is 10 inches long - $45.US. #4 is 10 inches long -
$35.US. #5 is 11 inches long - $35.US. #6 is 10
inches long - $40.US. (#6 is sold)
AF723. I was amazined to fine this Moroccan fibula chain
ready to suspend pieces from a collection. The 5/8 inch square
chain itself is 18 inches with ends that are 1 7/8 inches long so will
hang nicely behind the neck with the connectors in the front. The
entire piece (including cloak hooks) is 28 inches long. This is a
mixed metal but has a good colour to it. One of the rings between
the house shaped piece at the end of the chain was missing so it has a
new silver loop through it. On the other end you can see the
funkier original ring connector. These are very unusual pieces to
find. This is very heavy too, around 180grams. $350.US.
AF726. These African pendants have been put onto earwires
from India to create an interesting pair of earrings. Each side
is different but they work together very nicely. The shorter
earring on the left is 1 7/16 inches tall, and the longer hinged one on
the right is 1 9/16 inches tall. $75.US
AF729. Here is a rather wonderful necklace from South
Africa. It is the first of the type that I have had. The
necklace is constructed from glass beads which have been strung
together on yarn and wires. The central pendant was cut out of a
piece of white plastic (check the photo of the back) and beads were
strung and knotted onto that. There are some small bunches of
blue beads as accents, and chain with metal circles (some are
missing). The strap made of seed beads is 23 inches long.
The central pendant is 3 3/4 inches tall with chains & pendants
added on. This is quite a magical piece. $255.US.
AF730. This Dogon African bronze ring from Mali has two
rattling bells on it so would have been great for dancing.
This is a small ring size - about a 5 in North American
sizes. The width of the ring from one end of the bells to the
other is 1 5/8 inches. It is an old ring that has been smoothed
in places from wear. $45.US
AF732. I am selling these two old, nicely worn Tuareg
crosses at a discounted price of $145.US for the pair. They
are each 2 5/8 inches long. 
AF734. Here are two small silver antique crosses from
Ethiopia. These Ethiopian crosses are quite plump and
heavy. Cross #1 is 1 3/8 inches tall. $48.US/each cross.
AF735. This
is a Tuareg gri gri, a protective pendant worn
by men expressing their strength and virility. This has an
engraved pattern on one side - the other side is blank except for the
signature of the maker made of five dots. The piece is 1 3/8
inches
tall while the square at the bottom is 1/2 inch by 9/16 inch
across. These make great pendants.
$125.US.
AF736. I have two silver Tuareg crosses here from
Mali. They are very graceful (as usual) and antique ones, not new
copies. I love the wear that old pieces get especially around the
edges when they have been touched frequently. The crosses are
each a little more than 2 3/8 inches tall. $65.US/each. (#1 is sold)
AF737. This antique Tuareg cross is slightly over 3 1/2
inches tall. It is very thin at the edges as it has been touched
often to bring a good day. The silver is not sterling grade and
has copper in it. Where the cross has been touched frequently the
copper is emerging on the surface. It is subtle and looks
interesting. $75.US.
AF739. There are two silver rings here from Yemen. Ring #1 is size 9. $65.US. (ring #2 is sold)
AF493.
Here is an interesting collection of styles of Ethiopian
crosses. Cross #1 was made from a trading coin - you can still
see traces of the Maria Theresa Thaler on both sides. It was an
original currency that later was remade with the same date and used for
trade largely in Africa and the east. It is 2 1/8 inches tall.
$85.US. Cross #2 has designs cut in on both sides - both
different. It is small and graceful. 2 inches tall.
$75.US. Cross #3 is a
thick piece of cut silver with melted balls of silver soldered to it.
It is rather unusual. 2 1/8 inches tall. $95.US.
Cross #4 is a little over 2 1/2 inches tall. $75.US.
Cross #5 has similar patterns on both sides and is 2 1/2 inches
tall. $75.US. (#3 & #4 are available, the rest are sold)
AF495. Here are three very distinctive styles of
Ethiopian silver crosses. Cross #1 is 3 inches tall, quite heavy
with a well worn (but still strong) hanging loop and a nicely patterned
shape - very similar on both sides. $110.US. Cross #2
seems to have been broken once upon a time. The repair solder is
very visible on one side, more subtle on the other. I love
repaired items as the importance of the piece is expressed with that.
The hanging loop is worn through so one side overlays the other
to hold the cord with no problems. The cross is 2 7/8 inches
tall. $100. Cross #3 has had the hanging loop replaced. The
original one must have worn through. There was a different design
etched into each side but the cross has been handled so much that it is
almost worn smooth with just a memory of the patterns. $105.US. (#1 is sold)
AF498. These are mixed metal beads including silver but
are not of sterling quality. They are silver with the slightest
gold tinge under certain light. The beads are hand hammered into
shape and $35.US/strand. (#1, #2 & #3 are sold) 
AF506. This
is a gorgeous antique mixed metal Fulani ring (not finger rings but
often worn on necklaces or in the hair) from
Mali. The shapes of these rings make great pendants. The
oval is a little over 1 3/4 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches tall.
This is quite heavy weighing 62.8 grams. $185.US 
AF507. These rings were used by the Fulani as pendants
and you can see where the metal has been worn by the rubbing of the
cord against the metal. Sometimes the piece is constructed with
that shape as well. Ring #1 is 1 1/4 inch in diameter - you can
compare the others to judge their sizes. The rings are
$28.US/each. (#2 is available)
AF508. Here is another group of Fulani ring pendants.
#1 is 1 inch in diameter. The rings are $28.US/each. (#2 & #3 are available)
AF513. I love these heavy, varied and interesting beads.
Most are ancient carnelian but other stones are included as well.
This strand has 24 inches of beads on it with the largest grey
teardrop shaped one at the front measuring 2 3/4 inches long. It
is a memorable piece. The brick coloured piece on one side of the
central one has lines making images on it, one of them as a 6 pointed
star. $450.US.
AF369. These two old silver rings are quite expensive
- but I thought that they were interesting and unusual enough to bring
to the pages. These are Ethiopian and could easily have been made
to contain some magical properties. The rings are both around a size
10.5 - 11. $150.US/each ring
(#2 is sold, #1 is available)
AF376. These are all old Ethiopian crosses. Most have
the original hanging loops on them and you can see the wear. A few
have had them replaced as they have worn through. $65.US/each cross.
(#8, & #13 are available, all others are sold)
AF377. These are all old Ethiopian crosses. Most have
the original hanging loops on them and you can see the wear. A few
have had them replaced as they have worn through. $95.US/each cross.
(#1, #2, #3, #4 & #5 are available, the rest are sold)
AF387.
These brass pieces are worn as nose rings or hair pendants in
Nigeria by the Kanuri and the Fulani women in Mali. The work on
these two pieces is exceptionally detailed. The smaller piece #1
is quite worn on one said and smoothed in the central part. It
reminds me of a curled up caterpillar. The piece is 1 inch across
at its longest. $45.US. The larger piece #2 is deeply
carved in a spiral pattern. The bronze is a rich dark colour.
It is exceptional. $115.US. (#1 is available, #2 is sold)
AF390. This is a Tuareg pendant similar to the one shown
on page 55 of "a World of Necklaces". The pendant section is 4
inches tall and 3 3/4 inches wide. It is made of silver and
hammered into a pyramid type of shape. In the description in the
book the author says "Tcherot
are worn by the men. The various metals are believed to protect
them from the many evil spirits prowling in the desert." It is
fine strands of leather that are traditionally woven into suspension
strands and bound into tassles. The leather reaches 14 1/2 inches
(29 inches total) to behind the neck. $345.US.
AF437. These brass pendant pieces are $34.US each.
They were originally sewn onto fabric but would look great hung
from necklaces with beads or pendants hanging from them. The
largest one is just under 2 inches in diameter. (#6 is available, all others are sold)
AF314. Here are some old kitabs. Some could use a little
cleaning - I am selling them just as they were when I bought them.
#1 is old silver 1 1/2 inches tall plus hanging loop - $75.US. #2
is silver on brass 3 inches tall - $120.US. #3 is debased silver
and 1 3/4 inches tall plus hanging loop - $65.US. #4 is old
silver almost 1 1/2 inches tall - $75.US. (#3 is available)
AF167. This kohl applicator
compares very favourably with the ones illustrated on page 347 of "Splendeurs
de Maroc", a book which is filled with the best examples of North African
jewellery. Found in Southern Morocco, the Tuareg influence is very
visible. This would make an interesting and attractive pendant on
a necklace or would be beautiful hanging from a simple ribbon or chain.
This bronze piece measures 3 inches long, with almost half being decorated.
Beautifully detailed and worn, it is a special piece. Early 20th
century. (one stud missing) - $60.US.
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