Carved Vintage-Style Oval Olive Wood Beads from Bethlehem 16x12mm Middle East
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Refund Will Be Given As | Money Back |
| Brand | The Bead Chest |
| Type | Beads |
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