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Antique Mauritanian Kiffa Powder Glass Bead 19mm Large African Trade Muraqat:
$68.00
Item: Rare single-focal African trade beadOrigin: Kiffa region, MauritaniaCirca: Early 19th Century to Mid-20th Century (Pre-1950s Antique)Technique: Traditional wet-core powder glass craftsmanshipShape: Large, chunky rondelle or donut disc shapeSize: Approximately 19mm in diameter (0.75 inches)Colors: Dark mossy green/brown translucent base glass with hand-fused multi-colored glass inclusions (blue, yellow, white, and terracotta)Condition: Excellent authentic antique condition with characteristic organic surface pitting, fine glass bubbles, and a weathered matte-gloss patina typical of historical open-fire glass
