Vintage Black Glass Beads

These gorgeous beads have black and copper inside them. Each bead was made by hand. The black and copper glass is submerged beneath the translucent glass. The copper really sparkles. Vintage Czech

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These lampwork beads are black glass wrapped in shimmering copper. These tube shaped beads are lampwork, made by hand. Vintage Czech

Size: 10x17mm

These are lovely little ruffled black glass beads. German

Size: 6mm

Wonderful old glass jet black beads that are faceted on the top and flat on the back. They have are shiny and have a beautiful luster finish. The shape is called nailhead and they have two holes in them. They were often used in the days of the flapper to embellish garments, before sequins were developed. They work great as beads on necklaces to add a very unique look.

Mint Condition - German, See the back.

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These pretty beads are faceted on the top and flat on the back. The shape is called nailhead and the metallic finish is referred to as peacock because of all the lovely colors in it. They were often used in the days of the flapper to embellish garments, before sequins were developed. They work great as beads on necklaces to add a very unique look.

Size: 6mm

These are fabulous faceted jet black beads, they can be used in so many designs. They are shiny and capture lots of light - a must in every bead box. Mint Condition - German

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Brilliant Preciosa crystal pendants; these black crystals are beautiful machine cut pendants. They were made by the Czech company Preciosa, which is well known for its high quality crystal products. These are mint in the box - Vintage

Size: 20x12mm

Beautiful glass intaglios that are straight out the original old box. They have a lovely lady's profile, like a cameo, but are cut glass. There is wonderful frosted glass edging that is framing the face. The glass is a dark smoky color the box calls hematite. They have a polished top and a 3/4 faceted back. See a close up and the back. Vintage - 1950's

Size: 35mm

These are ribbed petal or shell beads. German

Size: 18mm

These small black glass buttons are really special. Popular for embellishing and doll's clothing. They still have the original tag that says "Made in Germany-U.S.-Zone" (1947). They come 100 to a strand or 20 pieces.

Size: 5mm

Vintage Japanese glass rounds - classic and a must for every beader!

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Vintage round beads with dimples. Nice shiny beads with a great texture. You will find lots of uses for them.

Size: 8mm

Vintage gray seed beads or rocailles with an Iris finish. They have blue, green and purple metallic tints. Sold in 20 gram packages. Vintage

Size: 5mm - 5/0

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