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A gorgeous strand of antique Chartreuse Glass Trade Beads on raffia 38" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. The strand consists of approximately 152 beads. These beads are handmade so will vary in size, shape and colour. -
A gorgeous strand of antique Trade Beads commonly known as the Sotro bead which is characterized by the the yellow stripe superimposed on a black glass oval core strung on string 32" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. The strand consists of approximately 83 beads approx 5x11 mm. These beads are handmade so will vary in size, shape and colour. -
A gorgeous strand of 76 antique Venetian Millefiori Trade Beads strung on raffia 36" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand includes some Millefiori or 'Thousand Flower' Beads which were made in Venice, Italy and were one of the most commonly traded beads back in the days of the European Explorers around the 16th century and on. A real mix of colours. Largest 7x15mm. Smallest 6x11mm. -
A gorgeous strand of 83 antique Venetian Millefiori Trade Beads strung on raffia 42" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand includes some Millefiori or 'Thousand Flower' Beads which were made in Venice, Italy and were one of the most commonly traded beads back in the days of the European Explorers around the 16th century and on. A real mix of colours. -
A gorgeous strand of 87 antique Venetian Millefiori Trade Beads strung on raffia 42" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand includes some Millefiori or 'Thousand Flower' Beads plus a variety of shapes and colours beads which were made in Venice, Italy and were one of the most commonly traded beads back in the days of the European Explorers around the 16th century and on. A real mix of beads. -
A gorgeous strand of 63 antique Venetian Millefiori Trade Beads strung on raffia 42" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand includes some Millefiori or 'Thousand Flower' Beads which were made in Venice, Italy and were one of the most commonly traded beads back in the days of the European Explorers around the 16th century and on. The largest bead is about 12x26mm. The smallest is about 7x10mm. -
A gorgeous strand of 66 Venetian Millefiori Trade Beads strung on raffia 42" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand includes some Millefiori or 'Thousand Flower' Beads which were made in Venice, Italy and were one of the most commonly traded beads back in the days of the European Explorers around the 16th century and on. The largest bead is about 14x28mm. The smallest is about 5x10mm. -
A gorgeous strand of 76 Venetian Trade Beads strung on raffia 34" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand includes some Millefiori or 'Thousand Flower' Beads which were made in Venice, Italy and were one of the most commonly traded beads back in the days of the European Explorers around the 16th century and on. -
A gorgeous strand of lots of antique Trade Beads strung on string 36" long. This mix of Venetian Beads range from tiny - 5 mm to 12 mm. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
A gorgeous strand of 120 Antique Trade Beads strung on raffia 36" long. A real mix of Venetian beads... about 4-7 mm around and varying lengths. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
A string of tiny Skunk Beads strung on raffia 36" long. Skunk Beads are also called Eye Beads or Thousand Eye Beads and were traded in the mid to late 1800s. These beads have traveled continents and oceans and show the wear of time. These antique beads are about 7 mm and there are lots! -
A gorgeous strand of 54 Trade Beads strung on raffia 30" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
A gorgeous strand of 56 Trade Beads strung on raffia 29" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
A gorgeous strand of 59 Trade Beads strung on raffia 28" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
5 strands of various Vintage Russian Blue glass Beads strung on raffia. Each strand is one of a kind and you will receive the strand you choose. The beads are handmade so will vary in size and shape within the strand. These beads are a gorgeous vivid cobolt blue. Because these beads are old and have been traded in history, expect imperfections such as chips, pitting and an occasional broken bead. -
These beads are one of a kind and the strand you see pictured here is the one you will receive. A strand of about 250 gorgeous vintage Blue Glass Dogon Donut Beads strung on raffia 36" long. These beads are a gorgeous cobolt blue which when light hits them comes alive. Because these beads are old and have been traded in history, expect imperfections such as chips, pitting and an occasional broken bead. They are handmade so each bead will vary in size, shape and colour. -
A gorgeous strand of about about 80 colourful Vintage large Mali Wedding Beads ... the beads are about 23 mm. These beads are collectible and gorgeous! They will show their age with some chips and weathering which only adds to their beauty. "Mali Wedding beads are hand-made, and are presented to brides on their wedding days. They were made in what was once known as Czechoslovakia, for trade in Africa. Mali Wedding beads are worn throughout West Africa, specifically in Mali. These trade beads are multicolored and come in different shapes and sizes." -
A gorgeous strand of about 24 colourful new large Mali Wedding Beads ... the beads are about 21 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project! -
A gorgeous strand of about 24 colourful with white stripes mini Mali Wedding Beads.. blue, green, red, white, grey and yellow ... the little beads are about 14-16 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project! -
A gorgeous strand of about 24 bright yellow with white stripes mini Mali Wedding Beads ... the little beads are about 15 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project! -
A gorgeous strand of about 24 green with white stripes mini Mali Wedding Beads ... the little beads are about 18 mm. These would add pizzazz to any project! -
A gorgeous strand of about 145 colourful mini Mali Wedding Beads in a variety of colours, yellow, sky blue, white, reddish brown and green with white or black swirls .. the strand is approximately 26" long and the little beads are about 14 mm. These would make a statement necklace as is or broken up the beads would add pizzazz to any project. -
A colourful strand of 100 Mali Wedding Beads strung on fishing wire 27" long. Like many African Trade Beads, these multicolored, tear shaped, glass beads were originally made in what was then known as Czechoslovakia and later traded to Africa. In Mali it is a tradition to present these beads to the bride on her wedding day. You will receive a strand similar to the one in the photo. -
26 colourful bulb Mali Wedding Beads ready to be made into a gorgeous piece. Like many African Trade Beads, these multicolored, tear shaped, glass beads were originally made in what was then known as Czechoslovakia and later traded to Africa. In Mali it is a tradition to present these beads to the bride on her wedding day. You will receive the wedding beads in the photo. -
26 colourful bulb Mali Wedding Beads ready to be made into a gorgeous piece. Like many African Trade Beads, these multicolored, tear shaped, glass beads were originally made in what was then known as Czechoslovakia and later traded to Africa. In Mali it is a tradition to present these beads to the bride on her wedding day. You will receive the wedding beads in the photo. -
There are 4 strands of Kakamba Prosser for you to choose from. These are great spacer beads. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 24" long. There are 4 strands for you to choose from. These are great spacer beads. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 24" long. There are 5 strands for you to choose from. These are great spacer beads. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 24" long. There are 4 strands for you to choose from. These are great spacer beads. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
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A strand of 50 vintage red and blue Chevron Beads on string 32" long. There are 4 strands with slight variations to choose from. 'Chevron beads are special glass beads; the first specimens of this type were created by glass bead makers in Venice and Murano, Italy, toward the end of the 14th century.' Wikipedia -
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A beautiful strand of about 19 ruby red Bohemian Glass beads strung on a strand about 28" long. These translucent beads were originally made in Czechoslovakia for African Trade. The beads vary in size about 35 mm x 12 mm. The strand you will receive will be similar to the one in the photo but there could be variations. These beads have a lot of history and will show the wear of their storied past. -
A string of about 64 beautiful translucent green Vaseline beads on plastic wire or string 25" long. The beads are a variety of shapes and sizes. These are vintage beads and their wear and tear and age only makes them more beautiful. You will receive a strand similar to the one in the photo. -
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A strand of 53 white and robin's egg blue Colodonte Beads on raffia 30" long. Each 'pigeon egg' is about 14x12 mm in size with a smooth finish. You will receive a strand similar to the one in the photo. (the strands left have 4 robin's egg blue beads) 'Colodonte Beads (also known as “tomato”, “pigeon egg” and “hummingbird egg” beads) are a type of wound, drawn bead originally produced in Bohemia (now Czechoslovakia) during the 1900s. The modern nicknames given to these beads derive from the fact they bear a close resemblance in shape to the eggs of small wild birds. Colodonte Beads manufactured during the 19th Century typically suffer minor pitting – a tell-tale sign of their age and fascinating history.' (wikipedia) -
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A gorgeous strand of 49 Vintage Cobolt bBue Glass Beads strung on string 25" long. These beads are a gorgeous cobolt blue which when hit by light come alive. Because these beads are old and have been traded in history, expect some wear. It is part of their charm. -
A strand of Igbo Bug Brass beads interspersed with opaque bright red glass beads about 20" long strung on plastic wire. You will received a strand similar to the ones in the photos. These beads are handmade so there will be variations in the size, shape and colour of the beads. These red beads are opaque and a light bright red ... there are also strands with translucent ruby red glass beads interspersed among the igbo bug brass beads. The last photo shows the two 'reds' together. These strands of beads make a delightful, quite exotic necklace ... -
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A strand of around 90 red and white Chevron Beads on string 34" long. Each small bead is about 10x5 mm with variations in the shape of a small tube. ' Venetian chevron beads have been traded throughout the world, most heavily in West Africa, where they were first introduced by Dutch merchants in the late 15th century. ' (wikipedia) You will receive a strand similar to one in the photo. -
A strand of 86 small red and yellow Chevron Beads on string 34" long. Each bead is about 10x5 mm in the shape of a small tube. You will receive a strand similar to the one in the photo.. 'Chevron beads are special glass beads; the first specimens of this type were created by glass bead makers in Venice and Murano, Italy, toward the end of the 14th century.' Wikipedia .55/bead .... if you would like only several beads contact us... remember the sixth bead is 'free' ... $2.75/6 beads. -
A Contemporary Bodom style Yellow Glass Bead with a red swirled teardrop inlay made to look like Old Trade Beads. These were found in the Agboblushi Market in Accra ... the trader said they were from Abijhan, Cote d'Ivoire ... they remind me of fimo beads with a soft smooth feel .. the bead is round about 20x23 mm with a large almost 3mm hole .. the beads are handcrafted so will vary quite a bit in shape, size and pattern. You will receive on that looks like the beads in the photo. $5/bead -
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A gorgeous strand of 67 collectible Venetian Trade Beads strung on raffia 32" long. These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and so show some of their wear. This strand has a whimisical feel. -
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A truly spectacular strand of 51 Trade Beads strung on raffia 36" long. This mix of Venetian Beads has some real stars among them: 14 whimisical wedding cake beads (yellow and red) , a Hebron Bead (said to be made in Hebron in the 1800s) , several impeccable Bodom beads, 4 raised dot Skunk Venetian Beads (sadly the 5th which is blue with yellow dots is damaged), 3 vintage glass beads ..are some. A real collector's item! These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
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These beads are one of a kind and the strand you see pictured here is the one you will receive. A strand of 150 cobolt blue glass beads strung on raffia 32" long. The beads vary in size which is around 8 mm. These beads are a gorgeous cobolt blue which when light hits them comes alive. Because these beads are old and have been traded in history, expect imperfections such as chips, pitting and an occasional broken bead. -
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A gorgeous strand of 103 Trade Beads strung on raffia 34" long. A mix of Venetian beads from tiny on up that almost all have in common dots! These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
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A gorgeous strand of 107 Trade Beads strung on raffia 36" long. A real mix of Venetian beads... tiny about 5 mm up to 14 mm.... and lots of polka dots!!! :) These beads have traveled across continents and oceans and show some of their wear. Somehow the evidence of their adventures only adds to their beauty. -
A strand of small yellow button-like Prosser Beads on string 33" long. Each bead is about 6 mm in diameter. These are great spacer beads. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 24" long. The glass beads are about 3-4 mm in diameter. These are great spacer beads.3/4 of the beads are a translucent yellot and the rest are an opaque yellow, black and red mix. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 23" long. The glass beads are about 5 mm in diameter. These are great spacer beads. An assortment of colours. You will receive a strand similar to the strands shown. There are variations between strands. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of Kakamba Prosser Beads about 32" long. The beads are about 8 mm in diameter. These are great spacer beads.The beads are a gorgeous translucent light green. There are two strands very similar to choose from. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads. -
A strand of over 150 Kakamba Prosser Beads about 32" long. There are two different strands to choose from. These are great spacer beads. The bead is a shade of translucent green. Prosser beads are by extension any beads made by the 'Prosser' technique, invented by the Prosser brothers in 1840 in England for the purpose of making buttons. The process consists of molding a cold paste under great pressure and then firing it. Prosser Beads were distinct from other European trade beads in that they were produced in a great variety of colors, and were also translucent. They were received particularly well in the town of Kakamba in the Republic of the Congo – hence the name Kakamba Prosser Beads.
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