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Although the strand can be worn \"as is,\" the raffia holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you restring the beads before wearing them.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 beads on a strand\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBead Size: 14-16 mm diameter.1-3 mm hole size(measurement is approximate). See picture with penny for size comparison. 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Please see picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e133864\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699480285479,"sku":"133864","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/RG0520.jpg?v=1695440863"},{"product_id":"10-loose-black-baule-face-venetian-trade-beads-133054","title":"10 Baule Face Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cdiv data-testid=\"conversation-turn-39\" class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 gizmo:border-0 dark:border-gray-900\/50 gizmo:dark:border-0 bg-gray-50 gizmo:bg-transparent dark:bg-[#444654] gizmo:dark:bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-4 gizmo:py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 m-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 gizmo:gap-3 gizmo:md:px-5 gizmo:lg:px-1 gizmo:xl:px-5 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] gizmo:md:max-w-3xl gizmo:lg:max-w-[40rem] gizmo:xl:max-w-[48rem] xl:max-w-3xl }\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gizmo:w-full lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full gap-3 gizmo:gap-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message peer flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words peer-[.text-message]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-id=\"9b33d5bb-4791-4222-a762-8c7c7048ecc1\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaule face trade beads are a type of glass bead originating in Venice, serving as currency during the Baule Kingdom in present-day Ivory Coast. Produced in Venice from the 15th century, these beads were extensively traded throughout West Africa from the 16th to the 20th century. Crafted through wound glass bead making, they feature distinctive face designs, attracting the Baule people, known for their trading prowess. The vibrant colors and intricate designs made these beads highly prized, and used as currency for various transactions, from taxes to purchasing slaves. Today, they are coveted by collectors, considered valuable artifacts of West African history, and continue to be incorporated into contemporary African jewelry. In summary, Baule face trade beads are a visually stunning and culturally significant part of West African history, showcasing the intricate global trade networks of medieval and early modern times, and their enduring popularity underscores the timeless connection between art, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1esmo_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e10 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e15-17 mm diameter. 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Produced mainly in Europe, these beads gained immense popularity in Africa, where they were exchanged for valuable resources. Today, these beads are cherished by collectors and artists alike for their beauty, historical significance, and the stories they tell about global trade and cultural exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are purchasing 10 beads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 11-13 mm wide. 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Over the years, they’ve amassed thousands of stands of Venetian and other European trade beads, as well as made-in-Africa beads and jewelry. They sold at Mountain Man rendezvous and other events. Africa Direct is very proud to be the new owner of this extraordinary collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e12 Beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_19rq5_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eBead Size: 6-12 mm in diameter.  Please see picture with ruler for size comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e152816\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 152000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699495391527,"sku":"152816","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_8538.jpg?v=1765916698"},{"product_id":"12-yellow-tabular-venetian-trade-beads-africa-132861","title":"12 Tabular Venetian Yellow Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTrade beads, often made of glass, were crucial in historical trade between Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. 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Please see picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e133753\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699500798247,"sku":"133753","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/GV0520.jpg?v=1727460393"},{"product_id":"15-loose-yellow-venetian-trade-beads-133441","title":"15 Venetian Yellow Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\"Trade Beads\" refer to beads primarily produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, traded in Africa and the Americas. The peak of this trade occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with the Venetians dominating production. J.F. Sick and Co. and Moses Lewin Levin played significant roles as bead brokers\/importers. The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e15 Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 8-9 mm diameter, 1-2 mm hole size(measurement is approximate). See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is 19mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e133441\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699501486375,"sku":"133441","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/VN0420.jpg?v=1727460075"},{"product_id":"15-floral-rectangle-venetian-yellow-trade-beads-152734","title":"15 Floral Rectangle Venetian Yellow Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\"Trade Beads\" refer to beads primarily produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, traded in Africa and the Americas. The peak of this trade occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with the Venetians dominating production. J.F. Sick and Co. and Moses Lewin Levin played significant roles as bead brokers\/importers. The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are receiving all 15 beads.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e15 Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 6-8 mm diameter. 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The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e17 Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 9 mm diameter, 11-13 mm p-p. See picture with penny for size comparison. 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The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1lxco_57\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.global.Strand_Length-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1lxco_6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eStrand Length: 26 inches (includes string\/raffia)\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 2 mm diameter. See picture with penny for size comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e128574\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 128000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699503943975,"sku":"128574","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/FT0619.jpg?v=1695440984"},{"product_id":"2-chevron-venetian-trade-beads-four-layer-africa-loose-133632","title":"2 Four-Layer Chevron Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVenetian Chevron beads are highly regarded as the most beautiful and collectible among Venetian \"Trade Beads.\" Produced through a multi-step process involving layering different colored glasses in a 12-point star mold, Chevron beads are also known as \"Rosetta\" and \"Star\" beads. The earliest versions from the late 1400s had seven layers, evolving over time to include 8, 9, and 10 layers in the 1500s, and later 3 and 5 layers in the 1600s-1700s. The peak production in the late 1800s and early 1900s featured 4 and 6-layer beads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChevron beads, traded globally, gained popularity in Africa, with Dutch traders introducing them in the late 1400s. Some rare 7-layer Chevrons found in Peru are attributed to Christopher Columbus. Although still crafted in Venice, production is limited, with variations in India and China. Renowned contemporary Chevron beadmakers include Art Seymour in the United States and Luigi Cattelan in Italy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCounting Chevron layers is from the innermost (around the perforation) to the outermost layer, typically identified by different colors. Despite challenges, Chevron beads remain popular globally, with significant private collections in Africa, Europe, and America. In Africa, they signify prestige, are worn at ceremonies, and are even buried with the deceased.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2 Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 16-17 mm diameter 25-28 mm p-p. See penny picture for size comparison.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e133632\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699504009511,"sku":"133632","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/DL0520.jpg?v=1695440987"},{"product_id":"2-loose-baule-face-venetian-trade-beads-132994","title":"2 Baule Face Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaule face trade beads are a type of glass bead originating in Venice, serving as currency during the Baule Kingdom in present-day Ivory Coast. Produced in Venice from the 15th century, these beads were extensively traded throughout West Africa from the 16th to the 20th century. Crafted through wound glass bead making, they feature distinctive face designs, attracting the Baule people, known for their trading prowess. The vibrant colors and intricate designs made these beads highly prized, and used as currency for various transactions, from taxes to purchasing slaves. Today, they are coveted by collectors, considered valuable artifacts of West African history, and continue to be incorporated into contemporary African jewelry. In summary, Baule face trade beads are a visually stunning and culturally significant part of West African history, showcasing the intricate global trade networks of medieval and early modern times, and their enduring popularity underscores the timeless connection between art, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 14-16 mm diameter; 15-16 mm p-p. See picture with penny for size comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e132994\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 132000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699505058087,"sku":"132994","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/CT0420.jpg?v=1695440995"},{"product_id":"2-loose-black-ghost-venetian-trade-bead-133139","title":"2 Ghost Venetian Black Trade Bead","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Trade Beads\" refer to beads primarily produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, traded in Africa and the Americas. The peak of this trade occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with the Venetians dominating production. J.F. Sick and Co. and Moses Lewin Levin played significant roles as bead brokers\/importers. The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: 14-15 mm diameter, 14 mm p-p. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e133139\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699506532647,"sku":"133139","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/FQ0420.jpg?v=1695441004"},{"product_id":"20-zen-venetian-trade-beads-black-and-white-africa-loose-134274","title":"20 Zen Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eZen trade beads are glass beads that served as currency in the African trade market from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Produced in Venice, Italy, these beads featured a black and white color scheme symbolizing yin and yang. Skilled craftsmanship was essential for their consistent size and shape. Strung on strands for easy transport, they were not only used as currency but also for adornment and decoration in African cultures, often worn as necklaces or used in religious ceremonies. Today, Zen trade beads are highly valued by collectors, influencing contemporary fashion and design with their simple yet elegant aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e20 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 10-15 mm diameter. Please see picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e134274\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 134000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699522097447,"sku":"134274","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/CK0620.png?v=1727469884"},{"product_id":"22-loose-black-and-white-zen-venetian-trade-beads-132635","title":"22 Zen Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eZen trade beads are glass beads that served as currency in the African trade market from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Produced in Venice, Italy, these beads featured a black and white color scheme symbolizing yin and yang. Skilled craftsmanship was essential for their consistent size and shape. Strung on strands for easy transport, they were not only used as currency but also for adornment and decoration in African cultures, often worn as necklaces or used in religious ceremonies. Today, Zen trade beads are highly valued by collectors, influencing contemporary fashion and design with their simple yet elegant aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e22 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 10-14 mm diameter. Please see picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e132635\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 132000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699523735847,"sku":"132635","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/KV0320.jpg?v=1727469953"},{"product_id":"26-loose-black-and-white-zen-venetian-trade-beads-132854","title":"26 Zen Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eZen trade beads are glass beads that served as currency in the African trade market from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Produced in Venice, Italy, these beads featured a black and white color scheme symbolizing yin and yang. Skilled craftsmanship was essential for their consistent size and shape. Strung on strands for easy transport, they were not only used as currency but also for adornment and decoration in African cultures, often worn as necklaces or used in religious ceremonies. Today, Zen trade beads are highly valued by collectors, influencing contemporary fashion and design with their simple yet elegant aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1lxco_57\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.global.Strand_Length-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1lxco_6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eStrand Length: 12 inches of beads (including string\/raffia)\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 13-16 mm diameter. Please see picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e132854\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 132000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699524718887,"sku":"132854","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/UEA0320.png?v=1727726996"},{"product_id":"27-red-tic-tac-toe-venetian-trade-beads-132741","title":"27 Tic Tac Toe Venetian Red Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Trade Beads\" refer to beads primarily produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, traded in Africa and the Americas. The peak of this trade occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with the Venetians dominating production. J.F. Sick and Co. and Moses Lewin Levin played significant roles as bead brokers\/importers. The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1lxco_57\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.global.Strand_Length-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1lxco_6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eStrand Length: 17 inches of beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 10-12 mm diameter. Please see picture with penny for size comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e132741\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 132000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699525701927,"sku":"132741","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/QH0320.png?v=1727727255"},{"product_id":"28-loose-black-and-white-zen-venetian-trade-beads-133646","title":"28 Zen Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eZen trade beads are glass beads that served as currency in the African trade market from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Produced in Venice, Italy, these beads featured a black and white color scheme symbolizing yin and yang. Skilled craftsmanship was essential for their consistent size and shape. Strung on strands for easy transport, they were not only used as currency but also for adornment and decoration in African cultures, often worn as necklaces or used in religious ceremonies. Today, Zen trade beads are highly valued by collectors, influencing contemporary fashion and design with their simple yet elegant aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn \"as is,\" the raffia holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you restring the beads before wearing them.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1lxco_57\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.global.Strand_Length-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1lxco_6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eStrand Length: 12 inches of beads (including string\/raffia)\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 11-15 mm diameter, Please see picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e133646\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699525931303,"sku":"133646","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/EP0520.jpg?v=1727727335"},{"product_id":"3-baule-face-venetian-trade-beads-black-loose-133563","title":"3 Baule Face Venetian Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaule face trade beads are a type of glass bead originating in Venice, serving as currency during the Baule Kingdom in present-day Ivory Coast. 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In summary, Baule face trade beads are a visually stunning and culturally significant part of West African history, showcasing the intricate global trade networks of medieval and early modern times, and their enduring popularity underscores the timeless connection between art, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e3 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 15 mm diameter, 14-15 mm p-p. 2-3 mm hole size(measurement is approximate). See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is 19mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e133563\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 133000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46699527242023,"sku":"133563","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/YWA0420.jpg?v=1695441121"},{"product_id":"3-floral-venetian-trade-beads-black-aventurine-africa-loose-132811","title":"3 Aventurine Floral Venetian Black Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Trade Beads\" refer to beads primarily produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, traded in Africa and the Americas. The peak of this trade occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with the Venetians dominating production. J.F. Sick and Co. and Moses Lewin Levin played significant roles as bead brokers\/importers. The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e3 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 12-13 mm diameter, 27-31 mm p-p. 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The beads gained renewed popularity in the late 1960s when exported from Africa to the U.S. and Europe. The term \"Trade Beads\" became widely used, and they were also known as \"Love Beads\" during the Hippie era. As demand grew, specific names like \"Russian Blues\" and \"Dutch Donuts\" emerged, contributing to the beads' collectability. Today, these beads are highly sought after, with some styles becoming rarer as African traders venture deeper into the continent to find them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e3 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 16 mm diameter. 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Today, these beads are cherished by collectors and artists alike for their beauty, historical significance, and the stories they tell about global trade and cultural exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhoto is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing 3 strands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn \"as is,\" the string holding it together is not durable and may break with use. 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Strung on strands for easy transport, they were not only used as currency but also for adornment and decoration in African cultures, often worn as necklaces or used in religious ceremonies. Today, Zen trade beads are highly valued by collectors, influencing contemporary fashion and design with their simple yet elegant aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1lxco_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e34 Beads\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 11-13 mm diameter 9-13 mm p-p. 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