With sterling silver chain, some minor chips, total weight 108 grams, bead size: 13.7-14.8 mm. **The Faturan origin is from Middle East in the 18th or 19th century. Also known as Bakelite carved mainly in Turkey, each master had its own secret in making them. Last Authentic Faturan beads were made around 1940, when supply of raw material became very scarce.