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Rare Antique "Rattle Snake" Fancy Elbow Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads
Rare Antique "Rattle Snake" Fancy Elbow Venetian Lampwork Glass Trade Beads
Discover a stunning and rare matching pair of antique "Rattle Snake" trail-decorated fancy elbow Venetian lampwork (wound) glass trade beads. These extraordinary beads, crafted in Venice in the early 1900s, are a fine example of historic African trade beads. Their unique "Rattle Snake" design and precise craftsmanship make them a treasure for any collector of old glass beads.
- Bead Size: 28-29 mm x 8 mm
- Condition: Excellent
Venetian lampwork beads, also known as wound glass beads, are meticulously handcrafted by heating glass rods over a flame, winding the molten glass around a metal rod to form beautiful shapes and intricate patterns. These beads were highly prized and played a significant role in trade with African regions, especially in Ghana. The intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs made them valuable in African markets, where they were often used for ceremonial and decorative purposes.
Explore the significance of these rare "Rattle Snake" beads, part of a fascinating history of Venetian trade beads that were an essential element in the exchange of goods across continents.
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