{"product_id":"old-copper-trade-beads-sudan-34inch-153889","title":"Old Copper Trade Beads Sudan 34inch","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eA strand of old handmade copper beads from Sudan, traditionally crafted using simple casting and hand-finishing techniques. Copper beads such as these were widely used throughout Sudan and the surrounding regions as personal adornment and as components in necklaces, belts, and ceremonial jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eEach bead shows subtle variations in shape, surface texture, and patina, reflecting the handmade process and long use. The warm tone of aged copper develops naturally over time, giving the beads a rich character that collectors value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eCopper jewelry has long held cultural significance across North and East Africa, where metal adornment symbolized beauty, status, and wealth. Pieces like these were often worn in layered necklaces or combined with glass, stone, or coral beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"941\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA wonderful strand of traditional African metalwork and a striking addition to any bead or ethnographic jewelry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\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\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrand Length: 34 inches (including string\/raffia)\u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 10 mm diameter. See the penny photo for size comparison. (US penny is 19mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e153889\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 153000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51188960330023,"sku":"153889","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_8471_800f57c9-e50d-4d21-94cb-ed64bd429146.jpg?v=1774288256","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/old-copper-trade-beads-sudan-34inch-153889","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}