This African ethnic necklace was handcrafted using porcupine quills, a handcarved bone pendant, and accent beads. The hollow porcupine quills are thread along the sides of the necklace between red spirit beads. Spirit beads, also known as Vulcan Beads, were traditionally made from old phonograph records that were believed to hold the spirit of the person's voice. Simple twist metal clasp. This is a contemporary necklace that mimics styles of old African Tribal Jewelry. Fair Trade Jewelry from Africa.