I bought these beads almost 20 years ago and they've been sitting
in a little box ever since. I have come to believe they're archaic
beads from South America, but any insights you have would be very
greatly appreciated.

I have many pictures, perhaps too many? If you want to see a close
up of any particular detail please don't hesitate to ask.

I added a link to a web page of mine. I never use that web site so
pretty much all I know is how to load pictures.

Thanks so much in advance for your help. :-)

Mary