{"product_id":"8-loose-old-krobo-glass-beads-ghana-156821","title":"8 Loose Old Krobo Glass Beads Ghana","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehis set includes eight loose old Krobo beads, crafted by the Krobo people of Ghana using traditional recycled glass beadmaking techniques. Krobo beads are made by collecting, cleaning, and crushing discarded glass bottles and other glass objects into a fine powder. The powdered glass is then placed into molds and fired, with different colors and layers of glass powder used to create distinctive patterns and variations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese beads showcase the earthy colors, irregular surfaces, and handcrafted character associated with older Krobo beads. Each bead is individually formed, resulting in natural variations in shape, color, pattern, and texture. Their unique appearance reflects the resourcefulness and artistry of the Krobo people, who have developed a long-standing tradition of transforming recycled glass into beautiful and functional beads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrobo beads are widely used in traditional Ghanaian jewelry and adornment and have also become popular internationally for their distinctive appearance and cultural significance. Their bold colors and varied forms make them suitable for jewelry making, collecting, beadwork, or incorporating into contemporary artistic designs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are receiving all 8 beads.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_11hmp_32\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eBead Size: 12-14mm diameter. P2P: 12- 13 mm. See picture with penny for size comparison\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e156821\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 156000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51919863251239,"sku":"156821","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_8338_b1812e95-4fd0-4262-aef6-88e18806b406.jpg?v=1787604323","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/8-loose-old-krobo-glass-beads-ghana-156821","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}