Rare Antique White Swirl Fancy Venetian Lampwork Trade Beads 9x7mm

Discover these rare, antique white "Swirl" Fancy Venetian lampwork trade beads, adorned with intricate trail decorations. Handcrafted in Venice, Italy, these exquisite beads were made using the traditional wound glass technique, a testament to the artisanship of the early 1900s. These beads were an essential part of African trade, especially in regions like Ghana, carrying significant historical and cultural value.

• Size: 9 x 7 mm
• Condition: Excellent, with a hairline crack on one bead (see photo 2)

Venetian lampwork (or wound glass) beads are individually handcrafted by winding molten glass around a rod, giving each bead its unique form and style. These beads were highly prized in African trade, especially across West Africa, including Ghana, where they were used as currency, adornment, and symbols of wealth. The blend of artistry and history makes these trade beads truly special pieces of the past.

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• Current Venetian Lampwork Beads Collection
• Our Old Trade Beads Collection
• Archive of Sold Venetian Lampwork Beads