Serpentine Cylinders, Afghan Lapis The chain at the top

The chain at the top has a 4" extension with an S-clasp and dangles

and extremely rare in this 18mm diameter size

Although they vary slightly in size

8" strand of flat garnet beads which are faceted on one side

Serpentine Cylinders, Afghan Lapis The chain at the topThese lovely matte finish serpentine tubes were hand cut in Afghanistan, and are a soft olive green color. Sometimes referred to as "Afghan Jade", they are serpentine. 36 beads per strand, 15 inches long. Beads are fairly uniform in size, averaging 12mm long x 7mm diameter with 1mm holes. Please view other listings of matte finish gemstone beads handmade in Afghanistan!