Perforations range from 1-2mm, one 28-inch strand with rich patina
Sometimes called African Pipestone because they resemble Native American “pipestone” beads, Bauxite is aluminum ore.
Ghana and Guinea are some of the world’s largest producers of aluminum and these beads are a happy byproduct. Their brick red color reminds me of the ubiquitous red soils, roads, and dust of Africa.
They work well with trade beads, light blue Awalleh and other blues…
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