Horn Beads & Pendants

All of the beads and pendants on this page are made of horn. Horn is a great fit for nature-inspired projects and all of your earthy designs. Horn is one of the oldest adornment materials ever used. It is very dense, lightweight and durable. It can be polished to a high glossy finish. It has been made and carved into every shape imaginable. Most of our horn now comes from Water Buffalo. Horn looks great when paired with other natural beads, such as wood, bone, shells, or gemstones.

These beads have been faceted into diamond shapes. They have a nice polish and high gloss. Sold on 16" strands.

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These beads have been faceted into long diamond shapes. They have a nice polish and high gloss. Sold on 16" strands.

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These black beads are hand carved from water buffalo horn. They have a nice shiny, glossy finish and are not as heavy as gemstone beads. Sold on 16" strands

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These are black buffalo horn beads are round and have been carved in a squash or melon design. They have a nice high polish and gloss. Sold on 16" strands. Approximately 20 beads per strand.

Size: 20mm

These are burnt horn beads in a twisted oval -  Sold in 16 inch strands.

Size: 25 x 10mm

These are burnt horn beads in a twisted oval -  Sold in 16 inch strands.

Size: 17 x 10mm

These pendants are made from Genuine Water Buffalo horn. These black pendants are made from the tips. They are in a traditional tooth shape and have a gold tone bail in the center.This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. A small amount of grain is sometimes visible in the horn. Each one is slightly different due to the hand made nature. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. See view A, B, C, D. Made in Japan, Circa 1970.

Sizes: 2 - 2 ½ inches

These pendants are made from Genuine Water Buffalo horn. These are made from the tips and this traditional shape has often been used for toggles. Some have white streaks in them and some are completely black. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. They all have been polished to a mirror finish. The sizes and shapes vary. There is a 2mm hole through the top. See view A, B.

Size: 1 ½ - 2 inches

These pendants are made from polished black Buffalo Horn. They are in a traditional tooth shape with a nice curve. They have a gold plated bail on the top. They are solid black with very little grain visible in the horn. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. Wouldn't they make a great pair of earrings! See view A, B, C.

Size: 1 ½ inches

These crosses are hand made of buffalo horn that is black. There is some visible grain and color variations. They come with a silver tone bail in the top. They are inlaid with a brass and silver design. Each one is slightly different and the size may vary a little. The back is plain black. See view A, B.

Size: 55 x 38mm

These pendants are made from Genuine Water Buffalo horn. These golden tan pendants are made from the tips and the colors vary from light tan to golden brown. They are in a traditional tooth shape and have a gold tone bail in the center. Some grain is sometimes visible in the horn. Each one is slightly different due to the hand made nature. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. Made in Japan, Circa 1970.

Sizes: 2 - 2 ½ inches (only 1 of each left)

These pendants are made from Genuine Water Buffalo horn. These are made from the tips and this traditional shape has often been used for toggles. They are a lighter golden brown color that varies from yellow to light brown. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. They all have been polished to a shiny fnish. The sizes and shapes vary. There is a 2mm hole through the top. See a close-up.

Size: 1 ½ - 2 inches

These unusual pendants are made from polished Buffalo horn. They are in a horseshoe shape that is turned down with a silver tone bail on the top. The color of the horn varies from light gold to a darker tannish brown. The outside edges have some white on them. Each one is slightly different due to the hand made nature. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. See View A, B, C. Circa 1970

Size: 2 x 2 inches (varies)

These unusual pendants are made from polished Buffalo horn. They are in a lucky horseshoe shape that is turned down with a silver tone bail on the top. The color of the horn varies from light gold to a darker tannish brown mottled with black spots or solid black. The outside edges have some white on them. Each one is different due to the hand made nature. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. See View A, B. Circa 1970

Size: 2 x 2 inches (varies)

These are hand carved pendant crescents made from Golden Water Buffalo horn and have a wonderful BOHO, and ethnic style. The cresecents are golden brown with darker splotches of grain showing through. The horn has a lovely inlaid silver design in the center. This shape works well as a central focal point on necklaces. They all have been polished to a mirror finish. There is a hole drilled on each end. See view A, B, C. Vintage 1970's- Made in India.

Size: 3 ½ x ¾ inches

These hand carved pendant crescents are made from Black Water Buffalo horn and have a wonderful BOHO, and ethnic style. This shape works well as a central focal point on necklaces. The fronts have been carved in a lovely scrolling design and the backs are plain. They all have been polished to a mirror finish. There is a hole drilled on each end. See a close-up. Vintage 1970's- Made in India.

Size: 3 ½ x ½ inches

These heart pendants are carved from black horn and are inlaid with brass and silver pieces. The back of the pendant is flat and it has a metal bail in the top. Each one was hand carved and has a wonderful handcrafted look, so the sizes and patterns will vary slightly. Circa 1970

Size: 1½-1¾ inches

These heart pendants are carved from black horn and have a hole in the center. They are inlaid with brass and silver pieces around the hole. The back of the pendant is flat and it has a silver tone metal bail in the top. Each one was hand carved and has a wonderful handcrafted look, so the sizes and patterns will vary slightly. Circa 1970

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These heart pendants are carved from black horn and have a hole in the center. They are inlaid with brass and silver pieces around the hole. The back of the pendant is flat and it has a metal bail in the top. Each one was hand carved and has a wonderful handcrafted look, so the sizes and patterns will vary slightly. Circa 1970

Size: 1¾-2 inches

These horn toggle locks are carved from Water Buffalo horn. This shape is sometime referred to as a key clasp. They all have been polished to a mirror finish. They have been drilled down the center. Great for all natural jewelry. See a close-up. Sold in pairs.

Size: 25mm - 1 inch

This pendant is made from polished black Buffalo horn. It is in a traditional tooth shape and has a gold plated mounting on the top. A small amount of grain is sometimes visible in the horn. Each one is slightly different due to the hand made nature. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. Sizes will vary.

Size: 2 - 3 inches

This pendant is made from polished Buffalo horn and is a light golden brown color. It is in a traditional tooth shape and has a gold plated mounting on the top. A small amount of grain is sometimes visible in the horn. Each one is slightly different due to the hand made nature. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet.They all have been polished to a shiny finish.

Size: 2 - 3 inches

These horn cone clasps are carved from Water Buffalo horn. They all have been polished to a mirror finish. They have been drilled down the center. They are great for multiple strands that can be hidden inside. They are very secure. See a close-up. Sold in pairs.

Size: 42mm

This pendant is made from polished black Buffalo horn. It is in a traditional tooth shape and has a gold plated mounting on the top. A small amount of grain is sometimes visible in the horn. Each one is slightly different due to the hand made nature. This shape and type of pendant is considered a lucky amulet. They all have been polished to a shiny finish. Sizes will vary.

Size: 2 - 3 inches

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