Ethiopian Silver Colored Metal Beads 34 Inch

Ethiopian metal beads with a silver-colored finish, handcrafted using traditional techniques. Most Ethiopian beads are made from white metals like tin, antimony, or nickel, these are finished to resemble aged silver. Hollow and lightweight, they show natural variation in texture and shape. Commonly used in jewelry and craft projects, their irregular forms make them especially popular as spacer beads in modern ethnic-inspired designs. Photo is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing one. This strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn "as is," the string holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you restring the beads before wearing them. Strand Length: 34 inches (including string/raffia) Bead Size: 14-15 mm diameter. See the penny photo for size comparison. (US penny is 19mm.) 153159