SKU: 132039
7.5 Oz. Bohemian Trade Bead Grabbag
Bead Size: 5-15 mm diameter. 5-25 mm P-P. One 7 inch strand. See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is 19mm in diameter.
$62.00
Description
"Wedding Beads" were made in the Czech Republic specifically for the African trade in the 1950s and started being exported from Africa to the US and Europe in the 1980s.
These beads come in several different shapes, colors and patterns. One of the most popular shape is the round tear drop. Another attractive shape is the flat tear drop. "Wedding beads" also were made as flat tabular shapes, stylized claw shapes and other varieties.
Bead Size: 5-15 mm diameter. 5-25 mm P-P. One 7 inch strand. See picture with penny for comparison
132039
Approximate Age: Mid 20th Century
People: Bohemian
Country of Origin: Europe
Size Details
Bead Size: 5-15 mm diameter. 5-25 mm P-P. One 7 inch strand. See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is 19mm in diameter.
Material
Material: glass
Condition
Damage/Repair: 9 chipped beads.
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners.
