Antique Baltic amber beads from the North African Trade. 11 beads. 27.8 grams. b4-amb081cs

Antique amber beads from North Africa. Baltic amber has been traded in North Africa for hundreds of years. This strand is particularly weathered and is a caramel color. Estimated 100-300 years old. Largest bead is 26x22mm, the smallest is 14x17mm. 27.8 grams

This is genuine amber. It has been tested in saltwater. Genuine amber has a specific gravity lighter than saltwater and will rise to the top and float. Amberoid substances will sink.