Antique Old Venetian Drawn Seed Glass Beads – Strand of 2–4 mm Trade Beads

Antique Old Venetian Drawn Seed Glass Trade Beads – Strand Approx 68.5 cm

Discover this lovely old strand of Venetian seed glass trade beads – a beautiful piece of history that’s both collectible and wearable!

• Bead Size: 2 – 4 mm in diameter
• Strand Length: Approximately 27″ (68.5 cm) of beads
• Condition: Very good – minor decoration loss and light chipping on some beads. The overall appearance remains intact and charming.

These exquisite Venetian drawn seed beads (also known as Conteria or Old Venetian Drawn Beads) were widely used in African trade during the early‑mid 1900s. Your strand will be identical to the one shown in the photograph, preserving its unique color patterns and vintage character.

History, Value & Venetian Craftsmanship

Venetian drawn seed beads have a rich heritage dating back to centuries of glass‑making tradition in Venice. Skilled artisans created Conteria beads by pulling molten glass into very fine threads, then cutting them into tiny cylinders. The result: extraordinarily uniform, luminous beads prized for their quality and color.

These old Venetian trade beads hold significant historical and collectible value, especially when intact from their early to mid 20th century African trade provenance. Their appeal lies not only in their age and rarity, but in the craftsmanship and lasting beauty of true Venetian glass.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this authentic strand of tiny old Venetian drawn seed beads, perfect for the collector, the maker, or the lover of vintage trade beads.

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