Indian Silver Strand of Beads

Plump pale metallic beads in a double curve, each wearing a tiny crease.

This strand of beads is from India. It is coin silver. Coin silver is silver alloyed with copper for strength, and it has long been used for jewelry and amulets. Round beads in pale grey with a soft satin sheen, packed close in two rows. Small slits and dimples show near the holes of several. The front row is brighter, with a smooth, rubbed finish.

Dignified round beads, slightly dented, entirely unbothered.