{"product_id":"3-prosser-strands-trade-beads-grab-bag-155083","title":"3 Prosser Strands Trade Beads Grab Bag","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eAssortment of 3 strands of Prosser trade beads offered as a grab bag mix. Prosser beads are molded glass beads developed in Europe during the 19th century using a dry-paste ceramic-style manufacturing process patented by Richard Prosser. These durable beads became widely traded throughout Africa and other regions and are valued today for their historical significance and distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eThis mixed lot may include a variety of colors, sizes, and forms, with each strand offering a unique combination of beads. Variations in shape, surface texture, and wear are consistent with age and historical trade use. Some beads may display patina, minor chipping, or manufacturing irregularities characteristic of antique trade beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"903\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAn excellent assortment for collectors, jewelry makers, study collections, or display, with each grab bag offering a one-of-a-kind selection of historic trade beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are receiving all 3 strands.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\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 string 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\u003eBead Size: 6-8.5mm diam. Please see picture with penny for size comparison.\u003cbr\u003eStrand Length(In): 27 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e155083\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 155000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51397377982759,"sku":"155083","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_7907_d3b936bb-be07-4955-83d6-812d4e6a75f7.jpg?v=1778878091","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/3-prosser-strands-trade-beads-grab-bag-155083","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}