Try as we may, we've come to the conclusion that there's no one who can compete with masterful Mother Nature.  Exemplifying her natural knack for simple elegance, beads of polished Bayong wood (a tropical type) manage to shine so lovely on their own that no adornment was needed.  While the teardrops suspend loosely and organically in the front (creating a unique fluttering effect), the round beads sit boldly in a single strand at back.  Bits of faceted Indian and vintage brass, as well as a vintage brass hook add glimpses of glimmer while being careful not to detract from the beautiful wooden display.  Measures 18" in length.