Product Description: This is a strand of Kiffa Beads, originating from Mauritania. Kiffa Beads are renowned for their intricate craftsmanship and historical value, making them a treasured addition to any collection.

Specifications:

• Country of Origin: Mauritania
• Size:
  • Length: 62cm
  • Bead Dimensions: Center bead - 26mm x 14mm x 11mm
• Condition: As these are antique items, they may have imperfections such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Kiffa Beads:

Era: Mid-1900s

Origin: Mauritania

Technique: Recycled Beads

Kiffa Beads are made by sintering glass powder to create perforated beads. They are a type of recycled glass bead, discovered in 1949 by ethnologist R. Mauny in the Kiffa region of Mauritania, hence the name 'Kiffa.' These beads are particularly famous for their isosceles triangular shape with vertical stripes.