2 x 6 Layer Matched Chevron Venetian Trade Beads

A matched pair of six-layer chevron (rosetta) beads featuring the classic star pattern at each end. Formed from layered colored glass using traditional Venetian drawn glass techniques, their crisp pattern and visible wear reflect age, craftsmanship, and authenticity.

Highly prized in the African trade, chevron beads have long symbolized status and adornment. Counting chevron layers is done from the innermost layer (around the perforation) outward, with each layer distinguished by its color. These beads remain widely collected across Africa, Europe, and the Americas; in Africa, they are associated with prestige, worn during ceremonies, and sometimes buried with the deceased. A striking matched set, ideal for collectors or as a focal element in jewelry.

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