{"product_id":"phenolic-resin-trade-beads-ethiopian-155356","title":"Phenolic Resin Trade Beads Ethiopian","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful strand of Ethiopian phenolic resin trade beads displaying warm amber, honey, and butterscotch tones. These beads vary naturally in size, shape, and coloration, giving each strand a distinctive appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhenolic resin beads became popular throughout Africa during the 20th century and were widely traded and worn as adornment, status symbols, and cultural treasures. Valued for their durability, lightweight feel, and rich colors, these beads have become highly sought after by collectors and jewelry makers alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, Ethiopian phenolic resin trade beads are appreciated for their unique character, historical significance, and connection to Africa's vibrant trade and cultural traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrand Length: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e28 inches of beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBead Size: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e19-20 mm diameter. See picture for size comparison.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 11pt; margin-bottom: 11pt;\"\u003e155356\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 155000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51454368514343,"sku":"155356","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_3669_704ef1d1-f6fc-4359-a1cc-d11393fddd38.jpg?v=1780411434","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/phenolic-resin-trade-beads-ethiopian-155356","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}