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10mm Navy Blue Glass Beads - Handmade African Krobo Strand
10mm Navy Blue Glass Beads - Handmade African Krobo Strand
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SKU:SB-39852
Enhance your designs with this beautiful strand of 10mm navy blue glass beads, handmade from recycled "White Heart" glass by artisans in Kroboland (Ghana, West Africa).
Bead Size and Strand Details:
- Strand Length: Approximately 22" (56 cm)
- Bead Diameter: 10-11mm (approx.)
- Handmade Authenticity: 100% handmade - eco-conscious & unique
Your strand will be identical to the strand shown in the photograph (given natural variation due to the handmade process).
These 10mm navy blue glass beads are crafted using traditional techniques in the Krobo region of Ghana. Small recycled glass beads are fused together inside clay molds and fired at high temperatures, producing bold, opaque beads with rich patterns and cultural significance.
Unlike translucent mass-produced beads, these offer a solid feel and deep, matte navy blue finish - perfect for adding texture and heritage to your jewelry or craft projects.
Krobo beads are treasured across Ghana for their role in ceremonies and storytelling. With every purchase, you support local artisans and sustainable beadmaking rooted in centuries of African tradition.
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