Checkout this beautiful strand of pink color Ashanti glass saucer beads. The process of making these beads is unique to Africa and has been used for over 1000 years. Pulverized glass of various colors is poured into a clay mold, using a cassava stem for the bead's hole. The mold is placed in a furnace and heated until the glass particles congeal without actually melting and the stem burns out. The Ghanaians have been making beads in this manner since the 1600s. Each bead measures approximately 13-14mm in diameter. Shade of pink may vary slightly from photo. • HANDMADE BY FAIR TRADE ARTISANS IN GHANA, WEST AFRICA • WHOLESALE VALUE: You receive a full 24" strand which consists of approximately 110 beads. Each bead measures approximately 4 x 14mm with a hole size of 3mm. Beads are typically strung on cotton, or raffia as shown in photo. • 100% AUTHENTIC AND FAIR TRADE: Don't fall victim to cheap, imitation beads from industrial factories. These beads are the real thing! Handmade by artisans in Ghana, and sourced in abidance of international fair trade standards, our artisans love their work and do a great job at it! • THE BEAD CHEST ADVANTAGE: Over 10 million+ beads sold, and 50,000+ customers who have joined us in our mission to support fair trade artisans throughout the world! • SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: Our fair trade beads are the highest quality on the market. We are confident you'll love your beads! If for any reason you are not satisfied with any products from The Bead Chest, please contact us immediately and our incredible support staff will do their best to put a smile on your face :)