Millefiori Glass Beads Strand

Product Description: This strand features exquisite Millefiori beads, originating from Venice. The strand consists of 21 beads, with the main beads measuring approximately 14mm by 46mm. Please note that due to the antique nature of these beads, they may have some scratches, cracks, or chips.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Size:
  • Number of Beads: 21
  • Main Bead Size: 14mm × 46mm

Special Notes:

As these beads are antiques, they may exhibit signs of wear such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Millefiori:

Period: Late 1800s to early 1900s

Origin: Venice

Technique: Mosaic application or mosaic folding

In Africa, these beads are known as "Chachaso." The term "Millefiori" is Italian for "a thousand flowers." Following the collapse of exclusive trade with the East and the rise of Bohemian glass dominating European markets, Venice sought to counteract economic impacts by producing vividly colored decorative glass. Millefiori glass became a hallmark of these efforts. Traders who were already engaged in bead trade with Africa transformed this glass into tubular trade beads, which were then transported to Africa as valuable trade items.