Bauxite is a type of aluminium ore. All African bauxite beads are hand made and drilled, making these beads very labor demanding. Bauxite beads like these have been imported from Africa for decades. What attracts most buyers to them is their beautiful natural color. This beautiful strand of African Bauxite trade beads is in great condition. The necklace is about 24-27" long. The size of the beads vary from strand to strand. The beads are approximately 6-10mm in diameter This is a real authentic strand at an affordable price!