Batik Cowbone Beads, Kenya ring graduating down to 10mm at

graduating down to 10mm at the top of strand

8" strand with 10-11mm long x 7mm wide x 2mm thick with very small holes

vintage 1970's Afghanistan

Photo illustrates variation in size (18mmx14mm largest to 14mmx 11mm smallest)

Brass/bronze ring from Nigeria

Batik Cowbone Beads, Kenya ring graduating down to 10mm atA classic, these handmade batiked bone beads are made in Kenya, and are a very traditional bead with a wood insert to block an enormous hole. Some inserts are easily removed if so desired, and some fall to and can be reassembled. This striped version is a wonderful black and white bead. 40 beads per strand, average 22mm diameter x 13mm tall. Hole in wooden insert is about 3mm, so thick leather works well. 24 inch strand.