{"title":"Out of Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalking about beads – just mention Afghanistan and a number of words immediately come to mind; Lapis Lazuli, Jade, Tribal, Ethnic, Turkoman, Kazakh, Hand-Made and among others Jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn recent times Afghanistan has seen a huge influx of people from regions outside this land-locked desert country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd with them came they brought a wealth of ability, knowledge, culture and traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan came the nomadic Sunni Muslims (known as \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e’\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003es\u003c\/u\u003e) settling in Northern Afghanistan where they introduced their hand-beaten metal tribal Beads - with semi-precious stone inlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads themselves are generally hollow and have been decorated with intricate silver wire work and circular frames with semi-precious stone inlaid – along with their familiar trademark called ‘false granulation’ – which depict triangular imprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThen came the \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia - living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north-eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.  They introduced their unique hand-beaten white metal beads - generally adorned with intricate \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecircular\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esilver\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewire\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewhi\u003c\/u\u003epp\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eed\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efili\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eree\u003c\/u\u003e frames which are then filled with a semi-precious coloured stone enamel (to resemble gemstones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile other groups took advantage of the huge deposits of Lapis Lazuli found in northern Afghanistan and created some of the world’s finest beads using this special semi-precious stone.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lapis-buttons","title":"45pcs - 100g – 10-17mm Button-Shaped Lapis Lazuli Beads from Afghanistan [SPL-6]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eA\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003ePrized\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eSemi\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003ePrecious\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eSince\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eAnti\u003c\/u\u003eq\u003cu\u003euity\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 45 pieces of unpolished (A-Grade) single-hole \u003cu\u003eButton\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003eSha\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eed\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e beads is a must-have for your collection – and perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection, which cost roughly $0.80 each, are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll \u003cu\u003eButton\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003eSha\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eed\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e beads contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667770634397,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3125_2.jpg?v=1610022849"},{"product_id":"lapis-scored-barrels","title":"24pcs - 100g – 12x20-28mm Cross-Hatch Lapis Lazuli Barrel Cylinders from Afghanistan [SPL-7]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLazuli\u003c\/span\u003e -\u003cu\u003e \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRe\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003earded\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eby\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eMan\u003c\/u\u003ey, \u003cu\u003eas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHi\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehly\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 24 pieces of superb unpolished oval-shaped Barrel Cylinder (A-Grade) Lapis Lazuli beads was among our favourites to work with - and a must-have for your collection – perfect to use to create ethnic-style tribal jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Since time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.50 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our \u003cu\u003eBarrel\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eC\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003cu\u003elinder\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e beads contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667789574301,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3137_2.jpg?v=1608960092"},{"product_id":"lapis-bicones","title":"28pcs - 100g – 14-30mm Polished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Bicones [SPL-8]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003e-\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 28 pieces of superb polished (A\u0026amp;B Grade) \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBicones\u003c\/u\u003e must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your collection – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal and statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.42 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our Lapis Lazuli Bicones\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003ebeads contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667809300637,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3146_3.jpg?v=1608965629"},{"product_id":"lapis-flower-buttons","title":"68pcs - 100g – 9-16mm Raw Unpolished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Flower Spacers [SPL-9]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003e-\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 68 pieces of superb unpolished (B Grade) Lapis Lazuli Flowers must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your collection – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal and statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $0.53 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our Lapis Lazuli Flowers\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebeads contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667824668829,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3162_2.jpg?v=1608985425"},{"product_id":"lapis-disks","title":"30pcs - 100g – 10-30mm Partially Polished Afghan Tabular Lapis Lazuli Disks [SPL-10]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli - Regarded\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eby\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003eMan\u003c\/u\u003ey, \u003cu\u003eas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHi\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehly\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 30 pieces of superb unpolished (B Grade) \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eTabular\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eDisks\u003c\/u\u003e must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your collection – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.20 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eTabular\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eDisks\u003c\/u\u003e beads contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk122173408\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667836006557,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3168_2.jpg?v=1697618992"},{"product_id":"lapis-scored-disks","title":"26pcs - 100g – 12-33mm Unpolished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Scored Crosshatch Tabular Disks [SPL-11]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003e-\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 26 pieces of superb unpolished Lapis Lazuli Scored Cross-Hatch Tabular Disks must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your jewellery-making collection – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.38 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our Lapis Lazuli Scored Cross-Hatch Tabular Disks contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk122173408\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667848392861,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3186_2.jpg?v=1608959247"},{"product_id":"lapis-axeheads","title":"85pcs - 100g – 10-25mm Unpolished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Axe Heads [SPL-12]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli - \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRe\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eg\u003cu\u003earded\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eby\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003eMan\u003c\/u\u003ey, \u003cu\u003eas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHi\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehly\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 85 pieces of superb unpolished Lapis Lazuli Axe Heads must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your jewellery-making collection – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $0.53 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAll our Lapis Lazuli Axe Heads beads contain a decent 1-2mm hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk122173408\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667867267229,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3200_2.jpg?v=1608959105"},{"product_id":"lapis-hexagonal","title":"95pcs - 100g – 8-10mm Unpolished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Hexagonal Beads [SPL-13]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli - \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRe\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eg\u003cu\u003earded\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eby\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003eMan\u003c\/u\u003ey, \u003cu\u003eas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHi\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehly\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 95 pieces of unpolished Hexagonal Lapis Lazuli beads must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your jewellery-making box – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $0.30 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our Hexagonal Lapis Lazuli beads contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667877589149,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3211_2.jpg?v=1602677280"},{"product_id":"lapis-stone-nuggets","title":"40pcs - 100g – 15-30mm Polished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Chunky Nuggets [SPL-14]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e – \u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e p\u003cu\u003erized\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003esemi\u003c\/u\u003e-p\u003cu\u003erecious\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003estone\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003esince\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eanti\u003c\/u\u003eq\u003cu\u003euit\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately 40 pieces of polished Chunky Lapis Lazuli Nuggets must be seen to be appreciated – and belong in your jewellery-making box – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.00 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChunk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ey \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLazuli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003egg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eets\u003c\/span\u003e contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667888337053,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3225_2.jpg?v=1608965734"},{"product_id":"lapis-little-fish","title":"24pcs – 10-20mm Unpolished Afghan Lapis Lazuli Fish Beads [SPL-15]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLazuli - \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRe\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003earded\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eby\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eMan\u003c\/u\u003ey, \u003cu\u003eas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHi\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehly\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eS\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eiritual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eStone\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThis collection of approximately 24 pieces of polished Chunky La\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; float: none; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003ep\u003c\/span\u003eis\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; float: none; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLazuli\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; float: none; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFish must be seen to be appreciated – and belong in your jewellery-making box – and is perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery.    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $0.96 each. They are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAll our Lapis Lazuli Fish contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk122173408\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36667897872541,"sku":"","price":23.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3238_2.jpg?v=1610066705"},{"product_id":"jade-14-18mm-round","title":"22pcs - 100g - 14-18mm Polished ‘Imperial Jade Balls’ from Asia [SPJ-16]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003ehas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ebeen\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eused\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eto\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ecreate\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003esome\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eof\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ethe\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eworld\u003c\/u\u003e’\u003cu\u003es\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003efinest\u003c\/u\u003e j\u003cu\u003eeweller\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur bead repository includes a number of highly prized semi-precious stones – such as our jade collection. In this collection, the package contains 22 marble-like \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBalls\u003c\/u\u003e – a stunning addition to the ethnic necklace you are planning to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJade beads are popular with beaders bent on creating ethnic-style tribal or boho-style statement jewellery because of their beautiful green colour or how each individual bead has been shaped or carved. The majority of our jade has been processed in Afghanistan but comes from the Henan region in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSources claim that Jade has long been considered to be the ‘Imperial Gem’ – so utmost respect for the semi-precious stone must be attached to its very being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the stone’s reverence all over Asia – and throughout the centuries, Jade has been used, not only to create many “utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits”, it has been used to create some of the finest jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurists also believe jade is both complex and spiritual – with healing qualities which have the ability to help cure kidney and loin ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, the ‘\u003cu\u003eIm\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eerial\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBalls\u003c\/u\u003e’ in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.31 each and definitely belong in your jewellery-making box – and an essential ingredient in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery such as necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and anklets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk122173408\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Tibet\/Nepal - Asia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36679495123101,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3246_2.jpg?v=1671347575"},{"product_id":"jade-8-25mm-faceted","title":"40pcs - 100g – 8-25mm Faceted Chinese Jade Hexagonal Beads [SPJ-17]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur bead repository includes a number of highly prized semi-precious stones – such as our jade collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the package contains approximately 40 \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eaceted\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHexa\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eonal\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e a stunning addition to the ethnic necklace you are planning to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJade beads are popular with beaders bent on creating ethnic-style tribal or boho-style statement jewellery because of their beautiful green colour or how each individual bead has been shaped or carved. The majority of our jade is processed in Afghanistan but comes from the Henan region in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSources claim that Jade has long been considered to be the ‘Imperial Gem’ – so utmost respect for the semi-precious stone must be attached to its very being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause of the stone’s reverence all over Asia – and throughout the centuries, Jade has been used, not only to create many “utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits”, it has been used to create some of the finest jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurists also believe jade is both complex and spiritual – with healing qualities which have the ability to help cure kidney and loin ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat said, the \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efaceted\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehexa\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eonal\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ejade\u003c\/u\u003e in this collection has been heavily discounted and now works out to cost roughly $0.90 each and definitely belongs in your jewellery-making box – and an essential ingredient in ethnic-style tribal or statement jewellery such as necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and anklets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Tibet\/Nepal - Asia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36679665549469,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3260_3.jpg?v=1608974903"},{"product_id":"jade-10-18mm-buttons","title":"40pcs - 100g - 10-18mm Button-Shaped Chinese Jade Beads - Afghanistan [SPJ-18]","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur bead repository includes a number of highly prized semi-precious stones – such as our jade collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the package contains 40 \u003cu\u003eButton\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003eSha\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eed\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e a stunning addition to the ethnic necklace you are planning to create!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJade beads are popular with beaders bent on creating ethnic-style tribal or boho-style statement jewellery because of their beautiful green colour or how each individual bead has been shaped or carved. The majority of our jade is processed in Afghanistan but comes from the Henan region in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSources claim that Jade has long been considered to be the ‘Imperial Gem’ – so utmost respect for the semi-precious stone must be attached to its very being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the stone’s reverence all over Asia – and throughout the centuries, Jade has been used, not only to create many “utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits”, it has been used to create some of the finest jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurists also believe jade is both complex and spiritual – with healing qualities which have the ability to help cure kidney and loin ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, the \u003cu\u003eButton\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003eSha\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eed\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e in this collection have been heavily discounted and now works out to cost roughly $0.75 each and definitely belong in your jewellery-making box! All contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Tibet\/Nepal - Asia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36679707066525,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3271_2.jpg?v=1608957900"},{"product_id":"jade-chipstone-chunks","title":"100pcs - 50g - 10-15mm Chunky Chinese Jade Chip Stone Beads [SPJ-19]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003ehas\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ebeen\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eused\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eto\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ecreate\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003esome\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eof\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ethe\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eworld’s finest\u003c\/u\u003e j\u003cu\u003eeweller\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur bead repository includes a number of highly prized semi-precious stones – such as our jade collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the package contains 100 Chunky Jade Chip Stones - an essential addition to the ethnic necklace you are planning to create – and great for spacing out feature beads!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJade beads are popular with beaders bent on creating ethnic-style tribal or boho-style statement jewellery because of their beautiful green colour or how each individual bead has been shaped or carved. The majority of our jade is processed in Afghanistan but comes from the Henan region in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSources claim that Jade has long been considered to be the ‘Imperial Gem’ – so utmost respect for the semi-precious stone must be attached to its very being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the stone’s reverence all over Asia – and throughout the centuries, Jade has been used, not only to create many “utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits”, it has been used to create some of the finest jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurists also believe jade is both complex and spiritual – with healing qualities which have the ability to help cure kidney and loin ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, the \u003cu\u003eChunk\u003c\/u\u003ey \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003eade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eChi\u003c\/u\u003ep \u003cu\u003eStones\u003c\/u\u003e in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $0.15 each and definitely belong in your jewellery-making box. All contain a decent 1mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Tibet\/Nepal - Asia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36679772012701,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3279_3.jpg?v=1610020197"},{"product_id":"23x27mm-fine-jasper","title":"5pcs – 23x27mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Filigree - Jasper Enamel Inlay [E-2]","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eWe call these beads our Afghani eggs - and they’re among our favourites!! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eBecause these beads are handmade, there are some slight variations in size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eEach bead in this collection contains a delicate circular silver wire-whipped filigree frame, which is wrapped around Jasper enamel (to resemble gemstones).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or even an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey are hollow, smooth in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style with an embossed floral-like silver end cap. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe five beads weigh in at about 50 grams and cost $7.40 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eBear in mind these beads are not mass produced; they have been hand-made, contain some imperfections and are age-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat’s so remarkable and unique about these beads is that the Turkoman artisans of today have crafted them by using \u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003ethe same traditional tools and by adopting similar methods as their ancestors have done for centuries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #212b36;\"\u003ePlease note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842074931357,"sku":"","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3321_2.jpg?v=1609918406"},{"product_id":"23x27mm-fine-turquoise","title":"5pcs – 23x27mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Filigree with Turquoise Enamel Inlay [E-3]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eWe call these beads our Afghani eggs - and they’re among our favourites!! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eBecause these beads are handmade, there are some slight variations in size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eEach bead in this collection contain a delicate circular silver wire-whipped filigree frame, which is wrapped around the turquoise coloured enamel (to resemble gemstones).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or even an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey are hollow, smooth in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style with an embossed floral-like silver end cap. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe five beads weigh in at about 50 grams and cost $7.40 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eBear in mind these beads are not mass produced; they have been hand-made, contain some imperfections and are age-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat’s so remarkable and unique about these beads is that the Turkoman artisans of today have crafted them by using \u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003ethe same traditional tools and by adopting similar methods as their ancestors have done for centuries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #212b36;\"\u003ePlease note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #212b36;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842076995741,"sku":"","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3334_2.jpg?v=1609918306"},{"product_id":"24mm-red-jasper","title":"5pcs – 24mm Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads with Jasper Enamel Inlay","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere we have a collection of five polished \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebrass\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecircular\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etrian\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ele\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eframes\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich are wrapped around a \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ejas\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eer\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eenamel\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003einla\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003c\/strong\u003e (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, lightweight and crude in texture - made in the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 40 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $3.60 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842080075933,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3341_2.jpg?v=1609921760"},{"product_id":"24mm-turquoise","title":"5pcs – 24mm Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads with Turquoise Enamel Inlay","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHere we have a collection of five polished \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esilver\u003c\/u\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewhite\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emetal\u003c\/u\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecircular\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etrian\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ele\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eframes\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewhich are wrapped around a \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etur\u003c\/u\u003eq\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003euoise\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eenamel\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003einla\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003c\/strong\u003e (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, lightweight and crude in texture - made in the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 40 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $3.60 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842081255581,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3348_2.jpg?v=1609921611"},{"product_id":"lapis-with-inlaid","title":"5pcs - 15x22mm - Ethnic Silver Afghani Barrels with Lapis Lazuli Inlay [E-4]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach bead in this collection of five 15x22mm handmade lapis barrels, contain a fine silver wire frame into which unpolished \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLazuli\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e has been inlaid to create a beautiful work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as necklaces, bracelets or an ankle bangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese unusual beads would make a wonderful addition to your jewellery-making box of special beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e beads provide lots of potential for creativity for those artisans with a bent for creating amazing Middle Eastern-inspired ethnic style or statement jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe five beads in this collection weigh in at about 31 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $5.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e beads contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842089382045,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3358_2.jpg?v=1609146760"},{"product_id":"18x25mm-fine-lapis-inlaid","title":"5pcs – 18x25mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Filigree with Lapis Lazuli Enamel Inlay [E-5]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe call these beads our Afghani eggs; they’re among our favourites!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA collection of five handmade silver beads with ornate circular silver wire whipped filigree frames wrapped around lapis lazuli enamel (to resemble gemstones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, smooth in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style with an embossed floral-like silver end cap. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 21 grams and cost $5.20 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBear in mind these beads are not mass produced; they have been hand-made, contain some imperfections and are age-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat’s so remarkable and unique about these beads is that the Turkoman artisans of today have crafted them by using the same traditional tools and by adopting similar methods as their ancestors have done for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd please note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours of the stones may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842095411357,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3367_2.jpg?v=1609917957"},{"product_id":"18x25mm-fine-jasper","title":"5pcs – 18x25mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Filigree with Jasper Enamel Inlay [E-6]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe call these beads our Afghani eggs; they’re among our favourites!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA collection of five handmade silver beads with ornate circular silver wire whipped filigree frames wrapped around Jasper enamel (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, smooth in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style with an embossed floral-like silver end cap. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 21 grams and cost $5.20 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBear in mind these beads are not mass produced; they have been hand-made, contain some imperfections and are age-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat’s so remarkable and unique about these beads is that the Turkoman artisans of today have crafted them by using the same traditional tools and by adopting similar methods as their ancestors have done for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd please note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours of the stones may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842101702813,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3378_2.jpg?v=1609918124"},{"product_id":"20x22mm-malachite","title":"5pcs – 20x22mm Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads with Malachite Enamel Inlay [E-9]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of five rustic handmade \u003cu\u003eBrass\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e with a \u003cu\u003eWire\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eWhi\u003c\/u\u003epp\u003cu\u003eed\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eCircles\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eTeardro\u003c\/u\u003ep \u003cu\u003eFrames\u003c\/u\u003e which are wrapped around \u003cu\u003eMalachite\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eEnamel\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eInla\u003c\/u\u003ey (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly Middle Eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 40 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $6.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842108551325,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3397_2.jpg?v=1610002262"},{"product_id":"20x22mm-red-jasper","title":"5pcs – 20x22mm Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads with Rope-Style Jasper Enamel Inlay [E-10]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eA collection of five rustic handmade Brass Beads with rope-style\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eWire Whipped Circles and Teardrop\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eFrames\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003ewhich are wrapped around Jasper Enamel Inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly Middle Eastern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 40 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $6.00 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842109862045,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/files\/Master_45.jpg?v=1720848079"},{"product_id":"20x22mm-lapis","title":"5pcs – 20x22mm Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads - Dark Lapis Enamel Inlay [E-8]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA collection of handmade brass beads with wire whipped circles and teardrop frames which are wrapped around dark Lapis enamel inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly Middle Eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets, or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, and crude in texture, and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 40 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $6.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass-produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections, and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842114252957,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3383_2.jpg?v=1610001190"},{"product_id":"20x22mm-red-jasper-1","title":"5pcs – 20x22mm Raised Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads with Jasper Enamel Inlay [E-11]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurkoman (Turkman) Artistry - Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere we have a collection of five rustic handmade brass beads with fancy wire whipped circles and teardrop frames into which coloured enamel resembling jasper, (resembling semi-precious gemstones) has been poured - is distinctly Middle Eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 32 grams and cost $6.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBear in mind these beads are not mass produced; they have been hand-made, contain some imperfections and are age-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s so remarkable and unique about these beads is that the Turkoman artisans of today have crafted them by using the same traditional tools and by adopting similar methods as their ancestors have done for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd please note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours of the stones may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36842118611101,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/files\/Master_37.jpg?v=1720848439"},{"product_id":"9940-35x40mm-afghan-turqman","title":"7pcs – 35x40mm Traditional Hand-Crafted Turkoman Beads from Afghanistan [E-12]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous collection of seven large traditional \u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e that will certainly make heads turn after you’ve created a tribal or ethnic-style necklace with them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJewellery-making at its very extreme!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brass and hollow white metal beads are decorated with a 16-leaf tear drop pattern – which have been inlaid with coloured enamel – resembling semi-precious stones such as coral, jasper, lapis lazuli or malachite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e (or Turkman) are tribal people with Turkmenistan origins – now living in the northern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite crude in texture, these beads are stunning in their craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 115 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $10.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cu\u003eBrass\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eWhite\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eMetal\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e contain a decent 2-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36850660507805,"sku":"","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3480_2.jpg?v=1610007949"},{"product_id":"6528-21x28mm-inlaid-eggs-turq","title":"5pcs – 21x28mm Ethnic Kazakh Silver and Brass Kuchi Beads - Lapis Inlay [E-15]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThis collection of five handmade Silver and Brass Beads a with lapis lazuli enamel inlay which resemble a blue coloured gemstone - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eBecause of their shape, some call them metal egg beads while others call them barrel beads – but call them what you like – they remain tribal and ethnic in every sense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMeasuring 11x12mm, the beads have been handmade made by the traditional nomadic Sunni Muslim Kazakhs, who originally come from the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question these beads can be used to make ethnic-inspired statement jewellery such as a pair of earrings, a necklace, bangles or an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThey are hollow and have been decorated with intricate silver wire work and circular frames with lapis inlaid – plus their familiar trademark called ‘false granulation’ – which depict triangular imprints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eCrude in texture, each bead is individually hand-made in the Kazakh style and have become an important currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eTheir style is often mistaken for Turkoman craftsmanship – which is actually, quite different, because their beads do not contain the ‘False Granulation’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe nomads are also known as Kuchi Kazakh with numbers these days close to three million and mainly settled in the northern regions of Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 28 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $6.00 each.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Kazakh Egg Beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk171867270\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #212b36;\"\u003ePlease note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk171867270;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk171867270;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eAlso bear in mind these beads are not new, and because they are hand-made, many contain small imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36850691080349,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3511_2.jpg?v=1611384263"},{"product_id":"6531-ornate-blue-and-green-turkoman","title":"5pcs – 23x25mm Old Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads complete with Lapis Lazuli Enamel Inlay [E-18]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of five old handmade brass beads with circular frames which are wrapped around a lapis enamel inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 31 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $7.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our ethnic\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTurkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36850762743965,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3538_2.jpg?v=1609993897"},{"product_id":"6116-23mm-white-metal","title":"5pcs – 23x25mm Old Ethnic Turkoman Brass Filigree - Lapis-Malachite Enamel Inlay [E-17]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of five rustic handmade brass beads with a silver wire whipped filigree centre belt with tear drop frames wrapped around lapis enamel and malachite inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 31 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $7.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36850792530077,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3526_2_8f74ec7f-b836-422d-b403-0fdc65f8dc25.jpg?v=1720855284"},{"product_id":"6116-same-as-before-jasper","title":"4pcs – 23x25mm Old Ethnic Turkoman Brass Beads with Jasper Enamel Inlay [E-19]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of four old handmade brass beads with circular frames which are wrapped around a jasper enamel inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the \u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the four beads weigh in at about 27 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $6.25 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our ethnic\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTurkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36850806980765,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3551_2.jpg?v=1609994306"},{"product_id":"5443-24mm-ornate-filigree-white-metal-blue","title":"9pcs – 22mm Traditional Ethnic Turkoman Brass Filigree with Enamel Strap Inlay [E-16]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of nine rustic handmade \u003cu\u003eBrass\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ewith\u003c\/u\u003e a \u003cu\u003eTur\u003c\/u\u003eq\u003cu\u003euoise\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eEnamel\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eStra\u003c\/u\u003ep \u003cu\u003eInl\u003c\/u\u003eay (to resemble the gemstone) - are distinctly Middle Eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery such as earrings, a necklace, bracelet or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow and are decorated with their intricate silver filigree trademark designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCrude in texture, each bead is individually hand-made in the \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e style and have become an important currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 60 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $6.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebeads\u003c\/u\u003e contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36850995724445,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/files\/1Q8A8496E-16.jpg?v=1704354364"},{"product_id":"2236-35mm-old-afghan-lapis","title":"5pcs – 35mm Old Ethnic Turkoman Brass with Lapis Tear Drop Enamel Inlay Beads [E-20]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of five old handmade brass beads with tear drop frames which are wrapped around a Lapis enamel inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually hand-made in the \u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, the five beads weigh in at about 38 grams - and cost $13.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36851007520925,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3557_2.jpg?v=1609994596"},{"product_id":"2232-double-dome-silver-lapis","title":"5pcs – 16x22mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Double Dome - Lapis Lazuli Enamel Inlay [E-23]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eA collection of five unique and rather unusual collared double dome silver cup beads with a striking Lapis Lazuli enamelled ring which seals the two cups together and creates two equal sides, now on offer to the most astute beader. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThen, to conceal the joined area around the middle, an open collar is attached with solder and then \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; font-weight: normal;\"\u003eenamelled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ewith a colour resembling a gemstone - in this case it’s a vibrant blue to epitomise the lapis lazuli semi-precious stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThese highly sought after handmade Turkoman beads provide lots of potential for creativity for those artisans with a bent for creating ethnic style jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no doubt they can be utilised in creating amazing Middle Eastern-inspired statement jewellery pieces including earrings, necklaces, bracelets and anklets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually crafted in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe five beads in this collection weigh in at about 18 grams - have been heavily discounted and now cost $7.00 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36862921310365,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3616_2.jpg?v=1609935085"},{"product_id":"2232-double-dome-silver-jasper","title":"5pcs – 16x22mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Double Dome with Jasper Enamel Inlay [E-24]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eFive classic ethnic beads, often referred to as collared double-dome silver beads are now on offer to the most astute beader.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis unique collection of rather unusual Afghani Turkoman beads has been made by fusing two silver dome-shaped pieces together to form an oval. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThen, to conceal the joined area around the middle, an open collar is attached with solder and then enamelled with a colour resembling a gemstone - in this case it’s the subtle hue of terracotta to epitomise the jasper semi-precious stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThese highly sought after handmade Turkoman beads provide lots of potential for creativity for those artisans with a bent for creating ethnic style jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no doubt they can be utilised in creating amazing Middle Eastern-inspired statement jewellery pieces including earrings, necklaces, bracelets and anklets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture and each bead is individually crafted in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe five beads in this collection weigh in at about 18 grams - have been discounted and now cost $7.00 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36862950178973,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3625_2.jpg?v=1609935594"},{"product_id":"2232-double-dome-classic-afghan-turq","title":"5pcs – 16x22mm Ethnic Turkoman Silver Double Dome with Turquoise Enamel Inlay [E-25]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA collection of five unique and rather unusual collared double dome silver cup beads with a striking turquoise enameled ring which seals the two cups together and creates two equal sides is now on offer to the most astute beader.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese highly sought-after handmade Turkoman beads provide lots of potential for creativity for those artisans with a bent on creating ethnic-style jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the northeastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd there’s no doubt they can be utilised in creating amazing Middle Eastern-inspired statement jewellery pieces including earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and anklets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are hollow, crude in texture, and each bead is individually crafted in the Turkoman style. The beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe five beads in this collection weighing in at about 18 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $7 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass-produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections, and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36863050809501,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3637_2.jpg?v=1603767313"},{"product_id":"5568-antique-silver-capped-lapis-cylinder-tubes","title":"03pcs - 23g – 10x40-46mm Old Polished Afghani Lapis Lazuli Fingers with Silver Caps [E-27]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis collection of three pieces of superb polished graded Lapis Lazuli\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efingers must be seen to be appreciated – and belongs in your collection – and perfect for use in ethnic-style tribal and statement jewellery.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eLapis Lazuli has been a prized semi-precious stone since antiquity – partly because of its natural beauty, intense blue colour, and tiny gold pyrite flecks sprinkled throughout, and its use in art and jewellery – but also for its metaphysical healing properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eSince time immemorial, Lapis Lazuli has been regarded as a highly spiritual stone, believed to balance energy within the body – in particular, the throat, crown, and brow chakras. The purists also think it will enlighten one's internal and external power and will purify the mind and thinking capacities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe majority of the world’s Lapis comes from northern Afghanistan – and has been a prized part of our collection for many years – and we have lots of it!!   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $25.00 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThey are often used for ethnic-style tribal necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and other jewellery-making projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our Lapis Lazuli beads contain a decent 2-3mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36864450723997,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3667_2.jpg?v=1609921422"},{"product_id":"6536-13x27mm-afghan-oblong-brass","title":"8pcs – 11x28mm Four-Sided Brass Kazakh Beads - Coral Enamel Inlay [E-28]","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal; margin: 12.0pt 0cm 0cm 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis collection of eight four-sided handmade brass beads with a coral enamel inlay and raised wire relief which together resemble a red coloured gemstone - is distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eBecause of their shape, some call them metal cylinder beads while others call them oblong beads – but call them what you like – they remain tribal and ethnic in every sense of the word.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eMeasuring 11x28mm, the beads have been handmade made by the traditional nomadic Sunni Muslim people known as Kazakhs, who originally come from the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question these beads can be used to make ethnic-inspired statement jewellery such as a pair of earrings, a necklace, bangles or an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey are hollow and have been decorated with intricate silver wire work and circular frames with Turquoise inlaid – plus their familiar trademark called ‘false granulation’ – which depict triangular imprints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eCrude in texture, each bead is individually hand-made in the Kazakh style and have become an important currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eTheir style is often mistaken for Turkoman craftsmanship – which is actually, quite different, because their beads do not contain the ‘False Granulation’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe nomads are also known as Kuchi Kazakh with numbers these days close to three million and mainly settled in the northern regions of Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 21 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $4.00 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Kazakh beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order; please note that some images have been enlarged to show detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36864528416925,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3676_2.jpg?v=1609917476"},{"product_id":"2259-old-afghan-tribal-tyre-tread-beads-with-silver-caps","title":"95g - 15-50mm - Old Afghani Tribal Tyre Tread Lapis Lazuli Beads with Sterling End Caps [E-31]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of nine oval pieces of extremely rare unpolished Lapis Lazuli beads with a hand-carved ‘Tyre Tread’ design – and finished off with silver end caps, belongs in your jewellery-making box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly sought after, these handmade Turkoman beads provide endless potential for creativity for those artisans with a bent for creating amazing Middle Eastern-inspired ethnic style or statement jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarrings, necklaces, bracelets and anklets at your beck and call. Tribal in every sense, these beads were crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north-eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe nine beads in this collection weigh in at about 95 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost $7.50 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e beads contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36865061355677,"sku":"","price":67.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3711_2.jpg?v=1609146053"},{"product_id":"2235-11x12mm-old-afghan-silver-kuchi-beads-with-lapis","title":"12pcs - 11x12mm Old Afghan Silver Kuchi Beads with Lapis Lazuli Inlay","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection of 12 only unique hand-beaten \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eKazakh\u003c\/span\u003e tribal \u003cu\u003eSilver\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e w\u003cu\u003eith\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eInla\u003c\/u\u003ey – measuring 11x12mm, were made by the traditional nomadic Sunni Muslim people known as \u003cu\u003eKazakhs\u003c\/u\u003e, originally from the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s no question these metal beads can be used to create stunning ethnic or tribal jewellery – whether it be a pair of earrings, a necklace, bangles or your very own statement jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are hollow and have been decorated with intricate silver wire work and circular frames with Lapis Lazuli inlaid – plus their familiar trademark called ‘false granulation’ – which depict triangular imprints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude in texture, each bead is individually hand-made in the Kazakh style and have become an important currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir style is often mistaken for Turkoman craftsmanship – which is actually, quite different, because their beads do not contain the ‘False Granulation’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nomads are also called \u003cu\u003eKuchi\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e with numbers these days close to three million and mainly settled in the northern regions of Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 28 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $2.50 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our ethnic \u003cu\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eBeads\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ewith\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eLa\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu\u003eis\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eInla\u003c\/u\u003ey contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36865484882077,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3734_2.jpg?v=1609142278"},{"product_id":"9939-24x90mm-ethnic-kazakh-brass-bicones","title":"4pcs – 25x90mm Hand-Beaten Ethnic Kazakh Hollow Brass and Silver Bicones [E-33]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cu\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThis collection of four unique Kazakh tribal Brass and Silver Bicones – measuring a whopping 25x90mm, were made by the traditionally nomadic Sunni Muslim people known as Kazakhs, originally from the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThese bicones are hollow and decorated with applied intricate silver wire whipping and filigree bands – plus a series of triangular ‘false granulation’ imprints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eCrude in texture, each Bicone is individually hand-made in the Kazakh style by these nomadic tribal people who have settled in the northern regions of Afghanistan. Their style is often mistaken for Turkoman craftsmanship – which is actually, quite different, because their beads do not contain the ‘False Granulation’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThere’s no question these beads can be used to create stunning ethnic or tribal jewellery – whether it be a pair of earrings or necklaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 65 grams - have been discounted and now cost \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e$10 each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our Kazakh brass and Silver Bicones contain a decent 2-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #212b36;\"\u003ePlease note, the accompanying images may have been enlarged to show detail, while colours may vary slightly due to lighting variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #1f2124;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAlso bear in mind these beads are not new, and because they are hand-made, many contain small imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36865689845917,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3743_2.jpg?v=1610008462"},{"product_id":"5444-26x60mm-turkman-brass-big","title":"2pcs – 26x64mm Traditional Hand-Beaten Turkoman Ethnic Brass Beads with Enamel Inlay [E-34]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e (\u003cu\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eJust imagine wearing these amazing Turkoman beads dangling from your ears!! Gorgeous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eTwo rustic handmade brass beads with circular and oval wire whipped frames wrapped around a coral or lapis coloured enamel inlay (to resemble gemstones) - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these hollow handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eCrude in texture, each bead is individually hand-made in the Turkoman style and have become an important currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 22 grams - have been heavily discounted and now cost $13.00 each. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36867625189533,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3755_2.jpg?v=1609921927"},{"product_id":"2288-50mm-silver-afghan-bicones-with-lapis-inlay","title":"2pcs – 17x50mm - Ethnic Silver Afghani Bicones with Lapis Lazuli Inlay [E-35]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkoman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTurkman\u003c\/u\u003e) \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eEach bead in this collection of two 17x50mm handmade lapis bicones, contain a fine silver wire frame into which unpolished Lapis Lazuli is inlaid to create a beautiful work of art. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eTribal and ethnic in every sense, these handmade beads have been crafted by the nomadic Turkoman people – an ethnic group native to Central Asia and living mainly in Turkmenistan and the north eastern regions of Afghanistan and Iran.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question they can be used to create amazing ethnic-inspired statement jewellery items such as necklaces, bracelets or an ankle bangle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThese unusual beads would make a wonderful addition to your jewellery-making box of special beads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThey would also provide lots of potential for creativity for those artisans with a bent for creating amazing Middle Eastern-inspired ethnic style or statement jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe beads are often used as currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Turkoman beads contain a decent 2-3mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif;\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #1f2124;\"\u003eThey are individually hand-made – often using primitive-like tools and some contain imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36868417814685,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/files\/1Q8A8494.jpg?v=1704364370"},{"product_id":"8793-20x30mm-a-grade-carnelian-flat-drop-tears","title":"10pcs - 20x30mm A-Grade Carnelian Flat Teardrop Pendants [SP-3]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFound\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrazil\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndia\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRussia\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis collection of 10 pieces of highly polished jewellery-making \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCarnelian Drop-Tear-Like Pendants\u003c\/span\u003e have been processed in Afghanistan and must be seen to be genuinely appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn other words, they belong in your bead box if you’ve a yen to create some impressive boho, tribal or ethnic-style jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd if that’s the case, your necklace, earrings, or any other statement jewellery - is only limited by your imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian, a popular semi-precious stone is generally rich in orange colour – contains a number of healing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe early Egyptians believed wearing carnelian ‘added a sense of vitality to the spirit and body”, while others believe carnelian is an excellent healing crystal with qualities which can assist in enhancing vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 38 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.40 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrop\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTear\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e contain a decent 1-2mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36870523158685,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3832_2.jpg?v=1609037852"},{"product_id":"9619-mix-carnelian-onyx-and-agate","title":"7pcs - 20-40mm Assorted Polished Carnelian, Onyx and Agate Stone Pendants [SP-4]","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis collection of approximately seven mixed shaped pieces of polished jewellery-making \u003cu\u003eOnyx, Agate\u003c\/u\u003e and \u003cu\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eDisk\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e have been processed in Afghanistan and must be seen to be genuinely appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd they belong in your bead box if you’ve a yen to create some impressive jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three semi-precious stones contain healing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe early Egyptians believed wearing carnelian ‘added a sense of vitality to the spirit and body”, while others believe that the agate stone keeps the blood healthy, protects from danger, prevents insomnia and among others helps cure skin diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 55 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.85 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our \u003cu\u003eOn\u003c\/u\u003ey\u003cu\u003ex\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu\u003eA\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu\u003eate\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003eDisk\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36870588760221,"sku":"","price":13.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3840_2.jpg?v=1610018856"},{"product_id":"6113-15-25mm-pale-jade-pebbles","title":"23pcs – 15-25mm Polished Pale Jade Pebbles - Great Ethnic Jewellery Ingredients [SPJ-7]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estone\u003c\/u\u003e – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethe\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIm\u003c\/u\u003ep\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eerial\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGem\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur bead repository includes a number of highly prized semi-precious stones – such as our jade collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the package contains 23 \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eebble\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eeads\u003c\/u\u003e would become a great addition to the ethnic necklace you are planning to create! They weigh in at about 173 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJade beads are popular with beaders bent on creating ethnic-style tribal or boho-style statement jewellery because of their beautiful green colour or how each individual bead has been shaped or carved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe majority of our jade is processed in Afghanistan but comes from the Henan region in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSources claim that Jade has long been considered to be the ‘Imperial Gem’ – so utmost respect for the semi-precious stone must be attached to its very being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause of the stone’s reverence all over Asia – and throughout the centuries, Jade has been used, not only to create many “utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits”, it has been used to create some of the finest jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurists also believe jade is both complex and spiritual – with healing qualities which have the ability to help cure kidney and loin ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat said, our \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJade\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eeads\u003c\/u\u003e in this collection have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.04 each and definitely belong in your jewellery-making box. All contain a decent 1-1.5mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Tibet\/Nepal - Asia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36871027884189,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3885_2.jpg?v=1609916840"},{"product_id":"8810-22x34mm-unpolished-flat-carnelian-ovals","title":"12pcs – 22x34mm Unpolished Afghan Flat Oval Carnelian Disks [SP-9]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFound\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrazil\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndia\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRussia\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThis collection of approximately 12 pieces of earthy and unpolished jewellery-making \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOval\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisk\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e have been processed in Afghanistan and must be seen to be genuinely appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn other words, they belong in your bead box if you’ve a yen to create some impressive boho, tribal or ethnic-style jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd if that’s the case, your necklace, earrings, bracelet, anklet or any other statement jewellery - is only limited by your imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian, a popular semi-precious stone is generally rich in orange colour – contains several healing properties. The early Egyptians believed wearing carnelian ‘added a sense of vitality to the spirit and body”, while others believe carnelian is an excellent healing crystal with qualities which can assist in enhancing vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 60 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.00 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOval\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisk\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (like fishing line).\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36871358152861,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3914_2.jpg?v=1609142879"},{"product_id":"8809-35-40mm-unpolished-carnelian-coin-disks","title":"7pcs - 35-40mm Assorted Unpolished Carnelian Coin Disk-Like Pendants [SP-10]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFound\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ein\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrazil\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndia\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRussia\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis collection of seven pieces of earthy and unpolished jewellery-making \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRound\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisk\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e have been processed in Afghanistan and must be seen to be genuinely appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn other words, they belong in your bead box if you’ve a yen to create some impressive boho, tribal or ethnic-style jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd if that’s the case, your necklace, earrings, bracelet, anklet or any other statement jewellery - is only limited by your imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian, a popular semi-precious stone is generally rich in orange colour – contains several healing properties. The early Egyptians believed wearing carnelian ‘added a sense of vitality to the spirit and body”, while others believe carnelian is an excellent healing crystal with qualities which can assist in enhancing vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 98 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $1.70 each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll our \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRound\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisk\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLike\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePendants\u003c\/u\u003e contain a decent 1-2mm centre-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, Tigertail or craftline (like fishing line).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarger discounted quantities available on request, while stocks last.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36871429750941,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3926_2.jpg?v=1610013746"},{"product_id":"5578-20-30mm-unpolished-afghan-mushrooms","title":"13pcs – 61g - 20-30mm Unpolished Afghan Jade Sliced Mushroom Beads [SPJ-1]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecan\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethread\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethem\u003c\/u\u003e – \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebut\u003c\/u\u003e y\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eou\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecan\u003c\/u\u003e’\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003et\u003c\/u\u003e-\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eeat\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethem\u003c\/u\u003e!! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur bead repository includes a number of highly prized semi-precious stones – including some unusual Jade mushroom slices which could work well in that tribal-influenced piece of jewellery you’ve been promising yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese Jade mushroom beads are popular with beaders bent on creating ethnic-style tribal or boho-style statement jewellery because of their beautiful green colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe collection contains 13 sliced mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe majority of our jade has been processed in Afghanistan but comes from the Henan region in northern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSources claim that Jade has long been considered to be the ‘Imperial Gem’ – so utmost respect for the semi-precious stone must be attached to its very being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause of the stone’s reverence all over Asia – and throughout the centuries, Jade has been used, not only to create many “utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits”, it has been used to create some of the finest jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurists also believe jade is both complex and spiritual – with healing qualities which have the ability to help cure kidney and loin ailments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn this collection, the package contains five pieces of beautiful drop pendant pieces which lend themselves as stunning ingredients for that special necklace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat said, the Jade mushrooms in this collection, which weigh in at 61 grams, have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $3.23 each and definitely belong in your jewellery-making box. All contain a decent 1-1.5mm horizontal-drilled hole through the base of the stem, and are suitable for threading with beading thread, leather, tigertail, or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe accompanying photos illustrate what to expect in your order. But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36871574978717,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3947_2.jpg?v=1609144674"},{"product_id":"5pcs-21x28mm-traditional-kazakh-silver-and-brass-ethnic-tribal-kuchi-beads-with-lapis-lazuli-inlay","title":"5pcs – 21x28mm Ethnic Kazakh Silver \u0026 Brass Kuchi Beads - Turquoise Inlay [E-14]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKazakh\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtistr\u003c\/u\u003ey - \u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAf\u003c\/u\u003eg\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehanistan\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThis collection of five handmade Silver and Brass Beads a with Turquoise Enamel Inlay which resemble a blue coloured gemstone - are distinctly middle eastern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eBecause of their shape, some call them metal egg beads while others call them barrel beads – but call them what you like – they remain tribal and ethnic in every sense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMeasuring 11x12mm, the beads have been handmade made by the traditional nomadic Sunni Muslim Kazakhs, who originally come from the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAnd there’s no question these beads can be used to make ethnic-inspired statement jewellery such as a pair of earrings, a necklace, bangles or an anklet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThey are hollow and have been decorated with intricate silver wire work and circular frames with lapis inlaid – plus their familiar trademark called ‘false granulation’ – which depict triangular imprints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eCrude in texture, each bead is individually hand-made in the Kazakh style and have become an important currency when trading for goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eTheir style is often mistaken for Turkoman craftsmanship – which is actually, quite different, because their beads do not contain the ‘False Granulation’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe nomads are also known as Kuchi Kazakh with numbers these days close to three million and mainly settled in the northern regions of Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThe beads in this collection weigh it at about 28 grams - have been heavily discounted and now work out to cost roughly $6.00 each.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAll our ethnic Kazakh Egg Beads contain a decent 3-4mm top-drill hole which is suitable for threading with round leather, tigertail or craftline (similar to fishing line).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk171867270\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; 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But please be mindful that from time to time there may be some minor variations depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also bear in mind many of these beads are not new, nor have they been mass produced. They are hand-made, contain imperfections and are aged-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Out of Afghanistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36953078333597,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/products\/1Q8A3648_2_e2394962-d307-48f3-a2b6-16eb4fa09c3d.jpg?v=1610005211"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/1304\/8221\/collections\/1Q8A3714_3.jpg?v=1625379932","url":"https:\/\/margriverbeads.com\/collections\/afghanistan.oembed?page=7","provider":"Margriverbeads","version":"1.0","type":"link"}