Ancient neolithic green stone bead

Stone Bead Antique

Neolithic

Amazonite

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ca. 25x21x16mm

13gr

Stunning rare antique green neolithic stone bead from West Africa. Measurements are ca. 25x21x16mm, weight is ca. 13 gram. This bead was sold to me as ancient neolithic amazonite. Compared to other green amazonite from Africa this bead is a lot more transparent, looks a bit like quartz with green inclusions. Last picture taken over an LED light source to show transparency of this stone. I have seen this stone only 2-3 times in twenty years so I assume they are a lot more rare then the usual green amazonite