Brass Strand of Beads

Dull gold discs piled in loops, with a scrap of grey fibre holding court.

This is a strand of beads. It is brass. Brass beads are generally made by casting in small molds or by the lost-wax method, then strung in lengths that are worn or traded. The beads are small, flat and ridged, running together into thick, curved strands. Their finish is soft matte gold with darker, grimy patches. A little ring bead and a few reddish ones sit among the stacks.

Wears its age like a favourite cardigan.