Carnelian Monkey Necklace by Ruth Burkina Faso Set of 20 assorted drops

Set of 20 assorted drops approximately 10-11mm long x 6-7mm wide with 2-4mm loop hole

dated from 800-1500 AD depicts a jaguar which apparently had religious significance

Hole is 1 1/2mm

Could be doubled or worn as a long strand

Charming and very rare Venetian "Face" glass bead made in the late 1800s and traded in Africa

Carnelian Monkey Necklace by Ruth Burkina Faso Set of 20 assorted dropsI am loving these vintage carved carnelian good luck monkeys from China, circa 1970's stock. This necklace chain is 23 inches long with 6 1 2 inches combined elements. An antique early 1900's coin silver pendant with cast fist holder, with an old carnelian bead. Chain is oxidized sterling silver with S hook clasp. Designed and assembled by Ruth. See Monkeys listed separately, STASIA1006.