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Antique Striped Bicone King Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads
Antique Striped Bicone King Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads
These stunning **antique Venetian lampwork trade beads** are a rare set of five beautifully matched bicone beads, each showcasing a timeless striped pattern. Known as "King" beads, they feature exquisite trail decoration, making them a true collector’s item for enthusiasts of African trade beads.
- Bead size: 10 x 9 mm
- Bead count: 5 matching bicone beads
- Condition: Very good, with minor decoration loss (please refer to photos)
These beads date back to the late 1800s to early 1900s, used extensively in **African trade**. Venetian wound glass beads, also known as **lampwork beads**, were crafted by highly skilled artisans in Venice, Italy. The traditional lampwork technique involved winding molten glass around a metal rod, allowing for the intricate and unique patterns seen in these beads. Over centuries, Venetian beads played a crucial role in trade across West Africa, particularly in Ghana, where they were used for currency, social status, and cultural rituals.
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