Ancient Blue Persian Glass + West African Brass Beads + White Crystal Melon Beads

Ancient Blue Persian Glass + West African Brass Beads + White Crystal Melon Beads Ancient blue Persian glass, with exquisite color and traces of time. West African lost-wax cast brass beads. West Africans favor brass for its golden hue, possessing a rich historical craft tradition. Ghana, in particular, once a land of great gold resources and wealth, found brass to be the ideal substitute after its gold reserves dwindled. Since modern times, Ghanaian artisans have employed the lost-wax method, traditionally used for crafting gold ornaments, to create brass beads and jewelry, reflecting a strong West African artistic style. Ancient Persian Glass: Approximately 13 mm West African Brass: 19.3 x 15 mm Currently fits wrist circumference: 15 cm. For other wrist sizes, please contact the designer for complimentary adjustments. Purchasing Notes Natural gemstones may exhibit internal fractures, cotton-like inclusions, black spots, or surface pits, which are normal occurrences and not considered defects. All jewelry is photographed in kind. Slight color variations may occur due to differences in lighting, angles, and monitor settings. All products undergo a purification process before shipping.