Discover this beautiful OLD rare Multimurrine Millefiori Venetian mosaic glass trade bead, a remarkable piece of history crafted in Venice, Italy, during the early 1900s. Used in African trade, this exquisite bead boasts vibrant colors and intricate patterns typical of millefiori beads, also known as mosaic beads.
Size: 17 x 12 mm
Condition: Excellent condition, showing minimal signs of wear despite its age
This bead is a perfect example of the Venetian glassmaking mastery, specifically the technique of millefiori "a thousand flowers", where rods of colored glass are fused and sliced to reveal stunning floral patterns. These beads played a significant role in African trade, particularly in Ghana, where they were exchanged for goods and became symbols of status and wealth.
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