Product Description: This classic medium-sized barrel-shaped Chevron bead features a striking combination of white, red, and blue colors in a 6-layer, 12-star design. Its intricate craftsmanship is a testament to the rich history and tradition of Venetian bead-making.
Specifications:
Origin: Venice
Estimated Production Era: 1800s to early 1900s
Diameter: 18mm
Length: 25mm
Hole Size: 3mm
Special Notes: This is an antique item and may exhibit signs of wear, including scratches, cracks, or chips.
Important Notice:
Actual product may appear slightly different from the photos due to lighting conditions and angles. Please note that the colors are depicted as they appear under bright indoor lighting.
About Trade Beads:
Trade beads, produced from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, were crafted in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries for the purpose of trading with Africa and the Americas. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves in Africa, and for fur with Native Americans in North America. The production of trade beads peaked from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with millions of beads being exported to Africa, most of which were made in Venice.
