• Large Antique Carnelian Agate Trade Bead Pendant – Cambay, 43 × 33 mm
  • Large Antique Carnelian Agate Trade Bead Pendant – Cambay, 43 × 33 mm
  • Large Antique Carnelian Agate Trade Bead Pendant – Cambay, 43 × 33 mm
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Large Antique Carnelian Agate Trade Bead Pendant – Cambay, 43 × 33 mm

Large Antique Carnelian Agate Trade Bead Pendant – Cambay, 43 × 33 mm

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Beautiful Large Antique Carnelian / Agate Trade Bead Pendant

Discover the allure of this stunning antique stone trade bead pendant large, vibrant, and steeped in history. Referenced by Robert K. Liu in Collectible Beads (p. 39), this bead has journeyed across continents and centuries, carrying the spirit of antique Agate beads and Carnelian trade beads.

  • Size: 43 mm × 33 mm × 14 mm
  • Perforation: 1.5 mm–2 mm diameter

This impressive piece is in good condition, showing gentle wear and minor damage consistent with age and usage. Its hand-drilled perforation offers rustic charm and authenticity, typical of antique Agate trade beads crafted in Cambay, India.

About These Antique Agate / Carnelian Trade Beads

These old agate beads also known as Antique Carnelian beads, originate from Cambay (Khambhat), India, famed for centuries as a center of stone bead production. Artisans in Cambay hand drill agate and carnelian beads using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Their craftsmanship created durable, vividly hued beads that became key currency in trade networks across West Africa during the 1800s and earlier.

Cambay’s beads played a pivotal role in African exchange economies. In Ghana and wider Africa, Carnelian trade beads were prized for adornment, symbolism, and as tokens of wealth, diplomacy, and status. These beads remain cherished heirlooms and collector’s treasures today.

By owning this antique Agate / Carnelian trade bead, you're preserving a piece of global trade history and craftsmanship that spans from Indian workshops to West African markets.

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