Cornflower Russian Blue Beads ancient glass used by local shaman (regionally

used by local shaman (regionally called Babaaláwo by most and Nganga by some) in "strong power" magic

Hand cast and fairly smooth with nice patina

are an old mustard-yellow color which was produced in the early 1800's and sometimes in late 1700's

Dutch made in the 1700s for trade in Africa

This one has a vertical hole through the center of its back

Cornflower Russian Blue Beads ancient glass used by local shaman (regionallyCornflower Russian blue graduated strand, 5 1 2 inches long, 20 beads per strand. Small 1 1 2mm hole on one side (conical drill on faceted bicones). Mid late 1800's Czech glass beads, molded and hand finished. Beads are graduated, ranging in size from 10mm x 7mm to 14mm diameter x 10mm center bead. These old beads are becoming very rare! Strands vary slightly. So smooth from wear.