SKU: 157015
Flat Teardrop Wedding Trade Beads Bohemian
Bead Size: 18mm
$45.00
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. This strand incorporates one of the most popular shapes, the round teardrop. It also features the flat teardrop, flat tabular shape, and stylized claw shapes.
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.
Photo is an example. You are getting one similar.
Strand Length: 24 inches (including string/raffia)
Bead Size: 18mm point to point. See photo with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19mm).
157015
Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Bohemian
Country of Origin: Europe
Length Details
Strand Length: 24 inches
Size Details
Bead Size: 18mm
Material
Material: glass
Condition
Damage/Repair: Some surface scratching and some beads that have been minorly chipped. See photos for more details.
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.