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The age of this interesting figure is unknown. I have not had this piece thermoluminescence tested for age, but can recommend a laboratory if you would like one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese terracotta heads known as \"nsodia\" were placed in forest groves considered sacred. As stylized portraits, they represented the individual by the traits identified with them during their lifetime. For example, the normally reddish-brown color of the clay might have red or white lines added to the forehead to represent the individual's relationship to the mother's family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): 11.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 6.5\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 5.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eOther Dimensions: 13 inch height on stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e137467\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 137000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668375327015,"sku":"137467","price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/QS0421_b419b525-e23f-4f7e-b6dc-a74cbfb962db.jpg?v=1741365609"},{"product_id":"clay-nsodia-funerary-portrait-head-ghana-135697","title":"Clay Nsodia Funerary Portrait Head Ghana","description":"\u003cp\u003eTerracotta (baked clay) heads served as funerary portraits and memorials for the Akan peoples of Ghana and for the Agni and Krinjabo people who are coastal Akan in Cote d'Ivoire. The age of this interesting figure is unknown. I have not had this piece thermoluminescence tested for age, but can recommend a laboratory if you would like one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese terracotta heads known as \"nsodia\" were placed in forest groves and considered sacred. As stylized portraits, they represented the individual by the traits identified with them during their lifetime. For example, the normally reddish-brown color of the clay might have red or white lines added to the forehead to represent the individual's relationship to the mother's family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In) 9.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 6.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 5.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.depth-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Depth (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ReadWrapper_187o6_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ReadField_187o6_9 _ReadField--no-badge-padding_187o6_20\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eOther Dimensions: 11  inches on stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e135697\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 135000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668375359783,"sku":"135697","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/PR1220_4681d21b-e57f-4a45-8c8c-a99dd8b4c60a.jpg?v=1741270740"},{"product_id":"clay-nsodia-funerary-portrait-head-ghana-137483","title":"Clay Nsodia Funerary Portrait Head Ghana","description":"\u003cp\u003eTerracotta (baked clay) heads served as funerary portraits and memorials for the Akan peoples of Ghana and for the Agni and Krinjabo people who are coastal Akan in Cote d'Ivoire. The age of this interesting figure is unknown. I have not had this piece thermoluminescence tested for age, but can recommend a laboratory if you would like one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese terracotta heads known as \"nsodia\" were placed in forest groves and considered sacred. As stylized portraits, they represented the individual by the traits identified with them during their lifetime. For example, the normally reddish-brown color of the clay might have red or white lines added to the forehead to represent the individual's relationship to the mother's family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e8.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWidth (In): 6.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 5.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eOther Dimensions: 10 inches on stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e137483\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 137000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668375589159,"sku":"137483","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/SY0421_8e11a58c-2ee6-4827-8850-84f08ced7a20.jpg?v=1741270850"},{"product_id":"ife-clay-terracotta-figure-nigeria-142912","title":"Ife Clay Terracotta Figure Nigeria","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Ife memorial clay figure! The famous archaeological site at Ife in Nigeria produced a number of remarkable objects and wonderful sculpted heads and figures cast in bronze as early as the 1100s.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e Ife is considered to be the center and origin of the Yoruba people.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e This clay-modeled head is of an Oni, the ruler at Ife, who still holds sway over the Yoruba at Ife today. That this is a replica cannot be doubted; however, what is important to note is that the skill of the Nigerian craftsmen of today who molded this sculpture after a much earlier model continues a tradition nearly 1000 years old and have not lost its skill in producing interesting works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1ivxc_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1ivxc_78\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_LegacyRowWrapper_1ivxc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabelLegacy_1ivxc_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): 9.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 4.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 3.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e142912\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sku 142000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668542279975,"sku":"142912","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/BD20922.jpg?v=1695266324"},{"product_id":"igbo-clay-pot-nigeria-129907","title":"Igbo Clay Pot Nigeria","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor further information on Igbo Clay figures and examples see Karl-Ferdinand Schaedler (ed.). Earth and Ore. 2500 Years of African Art in Terra-cotta and metal, Panterra Verlag. Edition Minerva.1997.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1q6fc_73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1q6fc_77\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1q6fc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1q6fc_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): 4.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 5.5\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In): 5.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e129907\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 129000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668545261863,"sku":"129907","price":62.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/PE1019.jpg?v=1695266342"},{"product_id":"kisii-figural-stone-bowl-kenya-4-inch-144218","title":"Kisii Figural Stone Bowl Kenya 4 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese plates are handcrafted from natural soapstone in the Tabaka region of Kenya. Each plate undergoes a detailed process, starting with carving, painting, and finishing with etching and grooving. The plates serve as decorative ornaments or can be used for floral arrangements. Due to its handcrafted nature, each plate is a unique work of art, showcasing variations in color and design. The soapstone used varies in color from white to shades of pink, red, and gray. The artists sketch designs, paint colors, and then etch intricate details, resulting in imaginative and unique pieces. The finished plates are ideal for African or animal-themed décor, adding a delightful touch to homes and offices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1dzj6_55\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1dzj6_59\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1dzj6_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1dzj6_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In) 4.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 4.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 1.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1dzj6_55\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.depth-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1dzj6_59\" aria-label=\"Edit Depth (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1dzj6_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ReadWrapper_187o6_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ReadField_187o6_9 _ReadField--no-badge-padding_187o6_20\"\u003e144218\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sku 144000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668602147111,"sku":"144218","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/QH1122.jpg?v=1715719315"},{"product_id":"lapis-stone-tiny-beaded-necklace-afghanistan-146587","title":"Lapis Stone Tiny Beaded Necklace Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLapis lazuli, commonly known as lapis, is a deep blue metamorphic rock used for centuries as a semi-precious gemstone. It is made up of several minerals, including lazurite, calcite, and pyrite, which give it its characteristic blue color and golden flecks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLapis stone beads are a popular choice in jewelry making due to their deep blue color, unique patterns, and natural beauty. They are often used in necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, and can be paired with a variety of other materials such as gold, silver, or other gemstones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOne of the oldest known uses of lapis lazuli dates back to ancient Egypt, where it was used to create jewelry and ornamental objects. The stone was also highly valued by ancient civilizations such as the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians, who believed it had mystical properties and used it for both decorative and medicinal purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn addition to its use in jewelry, lapis lazuli has also been used throughout history as a pigment in art and decoration. It was often ground into a powder and used to create ultramarine, a highly prized blue pigment that was used by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLapis stone beads are not only beautiful, but they are also believed to have healing properties. Some believe that lapis can help relieve stress, improve communication, and promote mental clarity. It is also believed to have a positive effect on the throat chakra, which is associated with communication and self-expression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOverall, lapis stone beads are a beautiful and versatile addition to any jewelry collection. Whether you're looking for a statement piece or something subtle and understated, lapis beads are sure to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoto is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing one.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1wv51_74\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.necklace_length-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Necklace Length metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_1wv51_78\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1wv51_12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1wv51_38\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eNecklace Length: 18 inches\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 2-6 mm diameter. See picture with ruler for size comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e146587\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 146000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668651561255,"sku":"146587","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/GU0423.jpg?v=1742329613"},{"product_id":"nok-or-sokoto-djenne-terracotta-clay-sculpture-nigeria-143737","title":"Nok Or Sokoto Djenne Terracotta Clay Sculpture Nigeria","description":"\u003cp\u003eA head or fragment of a male figure made out of terracotta (Baked clay-ceramic). The age of this interesting figure is unknown. I have not had this piece thermoluminescence tested for age, but can recommend a laboratory if you would like one. The softened features of this figure indicate some long age and wear through time and perhaps location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrican terracotta (baked clay) figures are at once some of the oldest recorded sculptures from Sub-Saharan Africa but equally some of the most problematical as well. They often are difficult to place among a people or culture and equally difficult to date. African terracotta figures are fired at a low temperature and are subject to surface abrasion and wear, therefore details of the face or body parts and dress or jewelry may be lost through wear and age. The clay sculpture figure tradition is still being defined in Nigeria and elsewhere in Africa, however, this figure could well be placed in the Nigerian tradition, especially in the northern Nok complex of styles. This head shares certain stylistic elements with figures from northern Nigeria, the famous Nok complex of terracotta figures. The forms of the eyes, nose, and mouth relate this head stylistically to figures often found in the Nok culture. 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McEwan, an Englishman, established a school in 1956, transitioning students from painting to stone carving in 1965. The sculptures, crafted from stones like serpentine and soapstone using simple hand tools, showcase a unique blend of traditional African styles and modernist influences. Typically depicting human figures or animals with smooth, flowing lines and abstract forms, the creation process varies from a few hours to several weeks. The roots of Shona sculpture trace back to the 1950s when artists experimented with new styles influenced by both traditional African art and modernist movements. This art form, renowned for its distinctive aesthetic, has significantly impacted contemporary art globally, exhibited in museums worldwide. 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These beads carry a warm, earthy patina, with the most prized ones having absorbed natural human oils and sweat over time, giving them a unique allure. Their beauty shines especially when combined with ostrich egg heishi, creating a stunning blend of textures and hues. Photo is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhoto is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing one.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eProvenance: Jk Brown Collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKathie and Jerry Brown have been collecting trade beads for more than 50 years. They had a business selling them for many years, called “Thunder and Lightning.” According to Jerry, “Kathie was the lightning, and I was the thunder!” Their collecting began in 1967 when they met a Peace Corps volunteer who was selling his collection to finance a school for African children- and the Browns bought it all. Over the years, they’ve amassed thousands of stands of Venetian and other European trade beads, as well as made-in-Africa beads and jewelry. They sold at Mountain Man rendezvous and other events. 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Each bead, handcrafted with care, exudes a natural elegance and unique patterns, making every piece one-of-a-kind. Sodalite is believed to bring calmness and enhance communication, adding a spiritual dimension to these exquisite beads. Used in jewelry making or as ornamental elements, these Afghan Blue Sodalite Stone Beads serve not only as adornments but also as embodiments of nature's splendor and the artisanal heritage of Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhoto is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing one.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis 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. 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Some cultures also saw magical qualities in the stone, believing it could instill courage in battle, promote fertility, and cure illnesses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically, carnelian was mined in India or Brazil and then traded around the world. It made its first appearance in Africa when Arab traders began carrying the stone with them on their trips across the Sahara. Carnelian fetched a high price in the bustling trading centers of West Africa and remains a sought-after commodity there, especially among the Fulani, Wodaabe, and Tuareg peoples.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost of the carnelian beads in Africa came originally from India, or from Brazil by way of Idar-Oberstein in Germany. The Indian beads are generally smaller and, because they have not been treated, the separation between colors remains cloudy. 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The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePicture is an example. Yours will be very similar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn \"as is,\" the raffia holding it together is not durable and may break with use. 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