{"product_id":"antique-african-trade-beads-carnelian-agate-stone-pendants-large-cambay-india","title":"Antique Cambay Carnelian \u0026 Agate Trade Stone Pendants Trio","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExquisite Trio: Antique Carnelian \u0026amp; Agate Trade Stone Beads from Cambay, India\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a captivating set of three vintage triangular and heart-shaped stone trade beads, masterfully crafted from Carnelian and Agate in historic Cambay, India. These trade pendants, featured in Robert K. Liu’s “Collectible Beads” (p. 39), showcase the timeless craftsmanship of 19th‑century bead artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize – Triangle 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 × 28 × 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize – Triangle 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 × 29 × 11 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize – Heart:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 × 31 × 11 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 – 2 mm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition, these trade beads show their authentic age with gentle wear and minor chips, ideal for collectors and jewelry designers seeking genuine Antique Carnelian trade beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cambay Stone Beads \u0026amp; African Trade Legacy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCambay, India renowned for its hand‑drilled \u003cstrong\u003eAntique Agate beads\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAntique Carnelian beads, \u003c\/strong\u003ewas a major hub of bead production in the 1800s or earlier. Skilled artisans hand‑drilled each bead using pointed bow‑drills and natural abrasives, ensuring durability and consistent hole sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads journeyed across trade routes to West Africa, particularly Ghana, becoming highly prized \u003cstrong\u003eCarnelian trade beads\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAgate trade beads\u003c\/strong\u003e in regional exchange systems. They were valued not only for their beauty and craftsmanship but also for their symbolic and economic roles in African societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of these beads in Ghana and broader Africa tied together communities, adornment traditions, and rituals, cementing their legacy in the vibrant cultural tapestry of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your collection today with this rare set of Antique Carnelian trade beads from Cambay India, each bead a testament to centuries‑old artistry and global exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more unique pieces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tribalgh.com\/collections\/new-african-krobo-glass-beads\" title=\"Shop Our Latest African Krobo Glass Beads – Handcrafted Ghanaian Jewelry Supplies\"\u003eNew African Krobo Glass Beads Collection – TribalGH\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tribalgh.com\/pages\/archives-trade-beads\" title=\"Browse Our Archived Trade Beads – Sold \u0026amp; Rare Collector’s Pieces from TribalGH\"\u003eArchived Trade Beads – TribalGH\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=9AxYHeM8dVE\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Watch Ghanaian Krobo Beadmaking – Traditional Glass Bead Production Process\"\u003eWatch how Krobos produce beads\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tribalgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36880982507672,"sku":"SB-38701","price":11.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/3201\/9272\/files\/Carnelian3beads.jpg?v=1753965322","url":"https:\/\/www.tribalgh.com\/products\/antique-african-trade-beads-carnelian-agate-stone-pendants-large-cambay-india","provider":"Tribalgh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}