Antique Snake Vertebrae Beads from Nigeria Ruby One-of-a-kind and very unique

One-of-a-kind and very unique

recently tumble-polished to remove the dirt

28" strand of 6mm vinyl disc beads made in the 1960s from recycled vinyl in Africa

7mm bail at the top

ring diameter 27mm

Antique Snake Vertebrae Beads from Nigeria Ruby One-of-a-kind and very uniqueAntique strand of worn snake vertebrae from Nigeria; used by local shaman (regionally called Babaalwo by most and Nganga by some) in "strong power" magic. 28" strand of naturally interlocking beads, worn smooth from wear, and approximately 5mm x 7mm and for the most part in excellent condition (with a few broken beads, see photos). Old snake bone from the early 1900's.