SKU: 148110
Wedding Flat Trade Beads
Bead Size: 17-18 mm diameter. See picture with ruler for size comparison.
$70.00
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 shapes are the round teardrop. Another attractive shape is the flat teardrop. "Wedding beads" were also made as flat tabular shapes, stylized claw shapes and other varieties.
Photo is an example. Yours will be similar. You are purchasing one.
This strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn "as is," the raffia holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you re-string the beads before wearing them.
Strand Length
26 inches (including string/raffia)
Bead Size
17-18 mm diameter. See picture with ruler for size comparison.
148110
Approximate Age: 20th Century
Country of Origin: Europe
Length Details
Strand Length: 26 inches (including string/raffia)
Size Details
Bead Size: 17-18 mm diameter. See picture with ruler for size comparison.
Condition
Damage/Repair: Small chips, pitting and embedded dirt
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.