Venetian Striped Chevron Trade Beads

Early 20th century Venetian chevron striped beads. These glass beads are rondelle shaped with flat ends. These Chevrons beads were created in a multi-step process involving fusing glass canes. They have a glass black core with a yellow base and intricate and even stripes of gray, red and black. What amazing detail on these small beads.  The finish is soft and slightly matte, not glossy. They were made for trade in Africa.

• Sold in packages of 12 beads
• Size: 5-6mm

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