I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Sierra Leone from 1971-74 and lived in southwestern region near the border of Liberia & the Atlantic Ocean. The tribe was the Mende. Almost all the beads I saw were singular ones worn by women around their waist. I believe they associated the bead with some medicinal aspect. There were some long (about 1 1/2 inches) beads made of red, translucent agate that had six or so flat sides. I believe the Mende called this type of mineral beads "tengue".
I am completely in awe of all these creations and love for the creators, but the green man at 23.03 is sublime. I am having an experience, imagine meeting Al Kazir. Actual tears. Biily has my sincerest regard. As to you Jamey.
I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Sierra Leone from 1971-74 and lived in southwestern region near the border of Liberia & the Atlantic Ocean. The tribe was the Mende. Almost all the beads I saw were singular ones worn by women around their waist. I believe they associated the bead with some medicinal aspect. There were some long (about 1 1/2 inches) beads made of red, translucent agate that had six or so flat sides. I believe the Mende called this type of mineral beads "tengue".
I am completely in awe of all these creations and love for the creators,
but the green man at 23.03 is sublime.
I am having an experience, imagine meeting Al Kazir. Actual tears.
Biily has my sincerest regard. As to you Jamey.
wonderful subject!!
Thank you for posting the lecture. I miscalculated the time difference and missed it.
I have many sets of old beads, can you help me to sell them?
All these beads were made in molds. Over time, the materials varied.