4 Strands Mixed Trade Beads Grab Bag 10 to 34Inch

This grab bag includes four distinctive strands consisting of Christmas Love Beads, opalescent Bohemian glass beads, Ethiopian metal beads, and a strand of Bohemian glass beads with several Prosser beads.

Trade beads, often made of glass, were crucial in historical trade between Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. They were more than just decorative items; they served as currency, symbols of status, and carriers of cultural stories. 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.

You are receiving all 4 strands.

This 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.

Bead Size: 1.0-9.0 mm diam. Please see picture with penny for size comparison.
Strand Length(In): 10-34 inches

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