{"product_id":"tiny-6-layer-chevron-venetian-trade-beads-35inch-154651","title":"Tiny 6 Layer Chevron Venetian Trade Beads 42inch","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"427\"\u003eVenetian Chevron beads, also known as Rosetta or star beads, are among the most iconic and collectible of all \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTrade Beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Produced in \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVenice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e beginning in the late 1400s, these beads were created through a complex, multi step glassmaking process that layered different colors into a star patterned cane, then cut and polished to reveal their distinctive striped cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eThis strand features tiny 6 layer Chevron beads, a more delicate and less commonly encountered variation compared to larger, higher layer examples. Measuring approximately 42 inches in length, the strand offers a refined, intricate look while still carrying the rich history of global trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eChevron beads were widely exchanged throughout Africa and the Americas from the 15th through early 20th centuries, reaching peak circulation in the 1800s when Venetian workshops dominated production. In the mid 20th century, they saw renewed popularity as they were reintroduced to Western markets, becoming highly collectible and sometimes associated with the Love Beads movement of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1314\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eToday, authentic antique Chevron strands, especially smaller finely made examples like this, are increasingly sought after for their craftsmanship, history, and enduring visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1314\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\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\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_xxurb_91\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.global.Strand_Length-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_xxurb_95\" aria-label=\"Edit Strand Length metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_xxurb_22\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_HoverContainer_xxurb_8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_xxurb_48\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eStrand Length: 42 inches \u003cbr\u003eBead Size: 5-6 mm diameter. See picture with penny for size comparison. U.S. penny is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e154651\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sku 154000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51357263528231,"sku":"154651","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_0828_bca96df5-e87f-4812-954e-992320fceef2.jpg?v=1777557939","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/tiny-6-layer-chevron-venetian-trade-beads-35inch-154651","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}