Eight Rare Antique Venetian "Fancy" Disk Glass Trade Beads - 6-7mm

Presenting a set of eight rare and beautiful OLD "Fancy" disk/spacer Venetian wound glass trade beads, an exquisite find for collectors and bead enthusiasts. These antique beads, known for their vibrant patterns and unique craftsmanship, were widely used in African trade during the late 1800s to early 1900s. Their timeless beauty and rich history make them a must-have addition to any collection.

• Size: 6-7 mm in diameter
• Condition: Excellent, no visible chips or cracks

These beads were meticulously crafted in Venice using the lampwork or wound glass technique, which involves heating glass rods over a flame and winding the molten glass around a mandrel to create each bead. This technique, perfected in Venice, resulted in beads that were not only beautiful but also durable.

Venetian trade beads like these played a significant role in West African trade, especially in countries such as Ghana. They were highly prized by African tribes and used as a form of currency, status symbols, and decorative items. Today, they continue to carry cultural and historical significance, cherished by collectors around the world.

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