Indian Silver Strand of Beads

Satin-bright orbs bunched like worry beads, with a dent or two for character.

This strand of beads is from India. It is coin silver. Silver beads strung in a strand were traditionally worn as ornament and as portable wealth. Rounded beads in pale grey, the nearest ones glossy on top and the rest more matte. Fine creases and small gaps appear near the openings. Two rows lie side by side against a black ground.

Slightly battered, in the friendliest possible way.