Antique Wood & Gold Ojime Bead, Japan wire irregularly shaped cast beads that

irregularly shaped cast beads that 4-6mm long x 6-8mm diameter with 4mm hole

and  approximately 5mm x 7mm and for the most part in excellent condition (with a few broken beads

30" strand of newly made silver-tone (white brass) heishi beads from India

It is beautiful and ready to wear

The dog typically represents the Hindu god Shiva

Antique Wood & Gold Ojime Bead, Japan wire irregularly shaped cast beads thatVery cool intricately carved wood ojime bead from 1800s Japan with gold leaf highlights. Patterns of flowers (?) and other organic elements; with a metal riveted insert at the hole. The bead is a little worn, but the artist's signature is very prominent (in gold). 17mm tall x 16mm diameter. Highly collectible!