SKU: 133682
Ethiopian Silver Prayer Beads with Tassel
Bead Size: 6-10 mm diameter, 6 inches pendant. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter)6
$44.00
Description
Ethiopian Silver Prayer beads are used to count blessings and to thank animals, plants, and minerals of the Earth during prayer. The Oromo and Amhara tribes in particular still concentrate their faiths on naturism and holistic spirituality. Among the tribes, it is believed that every solid object contains a spirit and wearers use their prayer beads to ward off harmful spirits. Ethiopian Silver Prayer beads are also used during thanksgiving, repentance and rites of passage, the Eid Al-Fitr, and Ramadan serving as examples.
Approximate Age: 20th Century.
People: Ethiopian
Country of Origin: Ethiopia
Length Details
Strand Length: 28 inches (includes string/raffia)
Size Details
Bead Size: 6-10 mm diameter, 6 inches pendant. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter)6
Condition
Damage/Repair: Dents and holes in beads.
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners. Small chips, corrosion, and pitting are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use.
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners. Small chips, corrosion, and pitting are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use.