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African Trade Beads: Krobo Powder Glass Beads Strand 9-14mm

Handmade African Krobo Powder Glass Beads - Inspired by Antique Trade Beads

This stunning strand of African trade beads is a tribute to tradition and craftsmanship. Handmade by the skilled artisans of Kroboland in Ghana, West Africa, each bead is a unique creation, designed to imitate the intricate style of old Venetian fancy trade beads. Vibrant in color and full of character, these recycled glass beads are ideal for jewelry making, collecting, or adding a touch of African culture to your designs.

Strand Length: 26 inches (66 cm)
Bead Size: 9-14 mm

These Krobo glass beads are made from recycled bottles and other discarded glass materials. The glass is crushed into powder, carefully sifted, then poured into hand-crafted clay molds. Using a traditional kiln, the beads are fired until the glass fuses into vibrant new forms. Once cooled, each bead is meticulously hand-polished, resulting in a beautifully textured finish that reflects generations of knowledge.

The Krobo people of Ghana have mastered this sustainable craft, continuing a vital artistic heritage that dates back centuries. This method is not only eco-conscious but deeply rooted in Ghana’s history of African trade beads, which were once exchanged as currency and symbols of status throughout West Africa. Each bead you see today tells a story of resilience, identity, and culture.

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