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A strand of 60 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 26".The beads are about 16 mm. There are two strands to choose from, one strand is priced less as there are several damaged beads. The mali Silver Beads do have defects throughout in all strands as they are handmade. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 50 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 30".The beads are about 19 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 25 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 24".The beads are about 12x25 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 110 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 32". About 10 beads are approx. 16 mm and the rest between 10-12 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 100 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 30". The beads are approx. 10-12 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 100 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 33". The beads are approx. 12 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 100 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 36". The beads are approx. 12-14 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find. Doing some research a prevalent message is that in recent years, these beads are becoming more difficult to find as the human rights situation in Mali has significantly deteriorated, as attacks against civilians by Islamist armed groups linked to Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) and large-scale abusive counter terrorism operations by Malian armed forces and associated foreign fighters surged. The violence exacerbated an already dire humanitarian crisis, with 8.8 million people requiring assistance and over 575,000 forced from their homes, including 375,000 internally displaced people and 205,000 refugees in neighboring countries as of August 2023. This forces many of the traditional artisans to leave the villages in pursuit of new opportunities. It makes these beads quite precious. -
A strand of 50 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 26". The beads are approx. 14-16 mm by 10-12 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found for Funky Frog by a Trader in the Kejetia Market in Kumasi, Ghana. These beads are becoming hard to find as Mali is struggling at this time. -
About 100 Small Silver Nuggets strung on string 17" long about 3x4 mm. These beads were found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader in Koforidua, Ghana. If you would be interested in less than 100 beads ($.70/bead) contact us. -
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A strand of jumbo Horn Beads from Togo. Beads measure approximately from the smallest 13 mm to the largest 31 mm. You will receive 37 beads on a 36" strand. These beads were traded and imported directly from a trader in Africa. The Trader called these beads African Amber Beads. -
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A strand of Turquoise disk beads traded in Ghana, W. Africa. Found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader. Each strand is about 32" and the beads are about 1x6 mm strung on string. The beads are handmade so will vary in size, shape and colour. After some research it seems these beads are probably Howlite a stone or gem in and of itself but also well known for its ability to be dyed and look like other stones/gems. Howlite is a stone of patience and perspective, for those who feel they need to slow it down, absorb, and clear the constant stream of chatter from the mind, it's a crystal that marries you to a more mindful way of life. So not 'real' turquoise' but still a treasure! -
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40 Turquoise faceted beads traded in Ghana, W. Africa. Found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader. Each bead is about 8x17 mm. The beads are strung on string about 34" long. After some research it seems these beads are probably Howlite a stone or gem in and of itself but also well known for its ability to be dyed and look like other stones/gems. Howlite is a stone of patience and perspective, for those who feel they need to slow it down, absorb, and clear the constant stream of chatter from the mind, it's a crystal that marries you to a more mindful way of life. So not 'real' turquoise' but still a treasure! -
A strand of 100 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 36". The beads are approx. 5-9 mm by 12 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find ... -
A strand of 48 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approx. 18". The beads are approx. 8 mm by 12 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found by Hidir, Trader at the Koforidua Market in Ghana for Funky Frog. He says these silver beads are getting harder to find ... -
African Vegetable Ivory beads with striking markings that will make a great focal bead for a special piece. The beads are from Nature so will vary in size, shape and colour with each one being unique. There are 4 different beads to choose from. The bead you will receive will be similar to one in the photo. -
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An unusually large strand of jumbo Horn Beads from Togo. Graduated strands such as these are hard to find, particularly with such large beads. Beads measure approximately from the smallest 12x14 mm to the largest 40x36 mm. You will receive 41 beads on a 36" strand. These beads were traded and imported directly from a trader in Africa. -
A strand of African Agate Beads strung on fishing wire about 26" long. The beads are a variation of rich verdant green. There are 4 varying strands and they are numbered in the second image. You will receive the strand shown in the photos. -
Silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads that are approx. 10 mm x 15 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size. The bead you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found in Koforidua Market in Ghana. We also have strands of these beads in various sizes. -
A strand of 35 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approximately 12". The beads are approximately 10 mm by 4 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found in Koforidua Market in Ghana. -
A strand of 50 silver coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approximately 16". The beads are approximately 10 mm by 7 mm but vary quite a bit. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The string you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. These beads were found in Koforidua Market in Ghana. -
6 'silver' coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads. The beads are approx. 26 mm by 17 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. The 6 beads you will receive will be similar to the one you see in the photo but might have some variations. The beads are well made and are probably made with the old coins these beads are named for. These beads were found in Koforidua Market in Ghana. There are slightly larger lighter Mali coin beads as seen in last image which can be found here. -
25 large Brass Coin Metal Mali squashed Bicone Beads that is approx. 20 mm by 28 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size. These beads were found for Funky Frog by Hidir, a favourite Trader in Koforidua, Ghana. These Mali Coin beads especially the brass beads are getting harder to find... The Traders blame it on Mali's troubles. $70/25 beads The last image shows all of Funky Frog's Mali Coin Brass Beads different sizes. To see all of these beads please search 30m. -
Large brass coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads that are approx. 28 mm by 20 mm. These well made beads have a vintage aged patina. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size. These beads were found in Koforidua Market in Ghana. These Mali Coin beads especially the brass beads are getting harder to find... The Traders blame it on Mali's troubles. $12/6 beads The last image shows all of Funky Frog's Mali Coin Brass Beads different sizes. To see all of these beads please search 30m. -
A strand of about 100 brass coin metal Mali squashed bicone beads strung on string which measures approximately 36". The beads are an antique brass approx. 10 mm by 15 mm. Please note that these beads are made by hand out of recycled metal and will vary in shape and size within the strand. You will receive a strand of beads similar to the ones in the photo but there might be variations. These beads were found in Koforidua Market in Ghana.
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