{"product_id":"agate-stone-trade-beads-34inch-154393","title":"Agate Stone Trade Beads 34inch","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThese cornerless cube agate beads are carved from polished stone and shaped into softly faceted cube forms with gently rounded edges. Each bead varies in size and shows a range of tones, from deep forest and moss to lighter, more translucent shades, with some pieces featuring natural white inclusions. The smooth finish highlights the stone’s organic patterns and gives the strand a balanced, earthy look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTrade beads 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrand Length: 34 inches (including string\/raffia)\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 12.5mm - 28.0mm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e154393\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 154000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51315194954023,"sku":"154393","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_3045_b3ad84bf-f7e7-40c3-991d-04ce470cf9b7.jpg?v=1776789512","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/agate-stone-trade-beads-34inch-154393","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}