Antique Jonquil Vaseline Beads, Strand Ibis This absolutely beautiful pair of

This absolutely beautiful pair of light grey Tahitian pearls have no holes

4" top to bottom

Repossee symbols tooled on each side

which is soldered onto a sterling silver hook and eye clasp

Unsure of meaning of characters

Antique Jonquil Vaseline Beads, Strand Ibis This absolutely beautiful pair ofThese Bohemia vaseline glass beads were made in the mid 1800's and traded in Mali. A bright "greasy" jonquil color, matte finish. They are very rare now. 23 inch strand with 60 beads. 13 16mm diameter x 9 17mm tall with a few round beads in the mix. Classic conical drill, 1. 5 5mm holes. A unique and rare strand. These beads are in very good to excellent condition.