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Name: Neolithic Necklace - It is unknown if this was a ceremonial necklace, or perhaps a burial necklace. It was found together but the sinew cord that it was strung on was dried and brittle so the beads were restrung onto modern thread. The beads are actually made from a semi-precious stone called Carnelian, and the pieces between the beads are Ostrich Shell pieces. This is a very cool necklace! It will come in the 8" x 12" Riker Mount as shown. This could actually be worn today if you were of the mind to...
Geologic Age: Neolithic (8000 B.C. - 5000 B.C.)
Location: Agadez region of Niger, West Africa
Neolithic Necklace 1 $400.00