set/12 ANTIQUE TRADE BEADS: 4-layer Chevron - Venice - approx 5,5 mm
An unique set of 12 rare antique African tradebeads, originally made in Venice!
These beads were made in Italy in the late 1800's/early 1900's and transported to Africa where they were used as money (and highly valued).
Handmade 4-layer Chevron Beads
Great to use in your jewelry, but also great to display. Will increase in value!
- Size approx 5,2 to 5,7 mm across each (x 3,5 to 4,5 mm length - sometimes a little shorter) - hole approx 1 mm
- Fantastic & rare antique beads, White core, Red layer, White layer, outside in Ocean-Green stripes. Condition is good, do of course show some age. Nice patina.
- Handmade antique beads, so each bead is unique.
- Price is for 12 beads of/as the photos.
