A Long Mixed Strand of Vintage Phenolic Resin and Amber, African Trade
On offer a long and beautiful graduated strand of vintage "African amber" phenolic resin beads. This is a vintage item dating to the early 1900s.
There are thirty-seven (37) graduated beads, approximately 30" long.
The beads are of warm amber tones from butter yellow to dark honey, with a venerable patina from wear and usage.
Phenolic resin amber was produced in Europe in the late 1800 to mid 1900's and made to resemble real amber.
Interestingly, examination of this strand under the UV light appears to indicate that several beads fluoresce under the UV light (see the second photo), indicating that those specific beads are natural amber (likely pressed based on the regular shape and look of the beads).
The beads range from approximately 10x14 mm to approximately 35x25mm. Some beads are drilled in two directions. Hole size varies from approximately 2 to 3mm.
The beads are in very good condition, although they may have age-appropriate imperfections.
These beads are from Mali.
Weight: 454g
Weights and sizes are approximate.
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COLORS: Our photos are taken in different lighting in an attempt to show how beads look in different lighting conditions. We make every effort to show colors as accurately as possible. The white background photos are taken in daylight conditions. The black background photos are taken in the strong lab light and would be representative of what they would look like in the evening electric light. Some of the photos are backlit to emphasize their translucency. Note that monitor settings strongly affect the way the colors look. What you see on your monitor may differ from what you see with a naked eye depending on your monitor settings.
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