Jasper Stone Beads Nigeria MATTER COLLECTION

Jasper beads are nature's artistic marvels, renowned for their earthly allure and diverse hues. These beads, crafted from jasper gemstone, exhibit a spectrum of colors, ranging from warm reds and browns to soothing greens and blues, often displaying captivating patterns and natural inclusions. Jasper, prized for its grounding properties and connection to the earth, imbues these beads with a sense of stability and strength. Admired for both their aesthetic beauty and metaphysical significance, jasper beads are popular in jewelry making, meditation practices, and ornamental crafts, offering a touch of nature's splendor and ancient wisdom in each unique piece.

Provenance: Matter Collection

From the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.

This 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.

Strand Length: 24 inches (including string/raffia)
Bead Size: 7-11mm diameter. See penny photo for size comparison. (US penny is 19mm). 

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