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Rare Antique Green Oval "Fancy" Venetian Wound Glass Trade Beads - 16x11mm
Rare Antique Green Oval "Fancy" Venetian Wound Glass Trade Beads - 16x11mm
Discover a stunning, rare matching pair of antique Venetian wound glass trade beads. These beautiful oval-shaped green "Fancy" beads feature an intricate trail decoration and date back to the late 1800s to early 1900s, when they were used in the African trade. The beads’ unique color and craftsmanship make them a true collector’s item.
- Size: 16 x 11 mm
- Condition: Excellent, with minor air bubbles and a very light chip on one bead (see photos).
These Venetian beads were meticulously crafted in Venice using the lampwork (wound glass) technique. Each bead was individually formed by winding molten glass around a metal rod, with trails of glass added for decorative detail. Their vibrant design and durability made them highly sought after in the African trade, particularly in regions such as Ghana and West Africa, where they were used for bartering, adornment, and cultural significance.
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