Large Batik Bone Beads, Striped - Kenya (BA12)

These beads were made from bone and were dyed using a special batik-like process. They are off-white & dark brown in color. They came from Kenya, Africa. Each strand measures approx 27" and there are approx 40 beads on the strand, each bead measuring approx 22-30mm x 15mm in diameter, though some might be larger and some smaller, they are irregular. They are strung on raffia. As with any handmade bead, expect some variation in color and size. It's not uncommon for the center of the bead to be unattached from the outer bone.