White Yoruba Brass Bell Beads Nigeria
Description
Yoruba Bell Beads encapsulate the essence of Yoruba cultural expression, blending spirituality, craftsmanship, and tradition into exquisite adornments. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these beads feature intricately designed bells that produce melodious chimes with movement. Each bell carries profound symbolic meaning, often associated with spiritual ceremonies and ancestral reverence within Yoruba religious practices. Adorned with vibrant beads in a myriad of colors and patterns, Yoruba Bell Beads serve as tangible expressions of identity, heritage, and community. Whether worn as personal jewelry or incorporated into ceremonial regalia, these beads are cherished not only for their aesthetic beauty but also for their cultural significance, embodying the enduring spirit of the Yoruba people.
Strand Length: 36 inches (including string/raffia).
Bead Size: 9.5-10 mm diameter.
Bell Size: 21-26mm diameter.
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.
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Approximate Age: Late 19th-Mid 20th Century
People: Yoruba
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Length Details
Size Details
Pendant Size: 21-26mm diameter.
Material
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.