The continent isn’t only a source of raw materials, homegrown fine jewelry houses are offering distinctly African luxury to customers locally and on the global market. CNN values your feedback 1.

The coral beads worn by the Obas, chiefs and people of Benin have been archaeological recorded. For instance, Oba Ewuare the Great (1440-1473) is believed to have introduced coral beads and red ...

BBC - A History of the World - Object : Necklace Beads of African Slaves 17-18th. British Broadcasting Corporation Home. Accessibility links. ... soldiers tore the bead necklaces from their necks, ...