Pair of Shell Buttons, Mali deer Antique early 1900's silver mesh

Antique early 1900's silver mesh purse

This prayer box pendant (which contains a page from the Koran) is acid etched and has soldered decorative balls

has a nice jingle

2 20mm diameter round beads

Sold in a group of 3 various sizes and shapes

Pair of Shell Buttons, Mali deer Antique early 1900's silver meshThese lovely clamshell beads are traditionally worn by Malian women interwoven with fancy braiding and are shaped like a button. Resembling netsuke, these have two underneath holes (like a button). Great for setting into silver bezels, embellishing fabric, jewelry design, or simply a fantastic pair of uniquely carved shells! Size 23mm long x 14mm across x 10mm thick. Sold by the pair, only one pair in stock!! Will brighten with washing, gentle non