Product Description: This vintage necklace comes from the Fulani people residing in West Africa, primarily Nigeria. Adorned with Venetian beads on a turquoise base, it features metal coils and old West African penny coins. The back of the necklace boasts vibrant red Czech beads for an extra pop of color. With its weathered hues and beads that have journeyed across the globe, this piece offers a unique charm and depth.
Specifications:
Country of Origin: Sourced from Ghana
Materials: Glass beads, old coins (British West Africa Penny), brass, copper, thread
Size & Fit:
Length: 71 cm (excluding top decoration)
Top decoration length: 11 cm
Top coin diameter: 2 cm
Bead width: 4 mm
Features:
4 strands
Thread construction
Special Notes:
The coil parts have significant verdigris. The model images are illustrative and feature a different piece from the same series. Due to the handmade nature, slight variations and irregularities in size may occur. As a vintage item used locally, it may exhibit considerable dirt, scratches, chips, and metal rust. Please enjoy these as part of the piece's unique character. Images are for illustrative purposes; actual colors may vary.
About Trade Beads:
Trade beads were highly prized by African royalty and nobles during the era of the African slave trade. These beads, predominantly produced in Venice and Czech (Bohemian glass), were traded for slaves, gold, ivory, and more, making their way across the globe. The production techniques were highly secretive, with craftsmen often restricted from leaving their workshops. Unlike those made for European markets, these beads were meticulously designed to cater to the specific tastes of various tribes, resulting in a dazzling array of large, small, patterned, and plain varieties.
