Ancient Roman Glass "Eye" Bead bauxite Funky vintage silver hoop earrings

Funky vintage silver hoop earrings from Afghanistan

traditional tribal jewelry with no filler or imported materials

The transparent red glass stone set in the ring was made in Czech Republic

clasp and pendant-bead

nicely faceted

Ancient Roman Glass "Eye" Bead bauxite Funky vintage silver hoop earringsExceptional Roman Glass Eye Bead came from a strand of amazing beads that are over 2,000 years old, excavated and traded in Djenne, Mali, near Timbuktu! This bead is in great condition and has 6 large eyes, white circles and white stripe. Its price reflects the condition, size, color and number and size of "eyes". This bead measures 15mm diameter x 13mm with a 3mm hole. Highly collectable!