Colorful Krobo Beaded Necklace – Handmade African Trade Jewelry

Colorful Krobo Beaded Necklace - Handmade African Trade Jewelry

This stunning beaded necklace is a vibrant celebration of Ghanaian craftsmanship, featuring a beautiful mix of handmade Krobo beads in rich colors. Each bead is carefully formed from recycled glass using traditional methods, strung securely on wax cord, and finished with a sturdy brass clasp. The necklace is inspired by the look of historic Venetian fancy trade beads, making it a timeless piece of wearable art.

• Necklace length: 27 3/4" (70.5 cm)
• Bead sizes: 6 mm - 13 mm in diameter
• Clasp material: Brass

YOUR STRAND WILL BE IDENTICAL TO THE STRAND SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPH (GIVEN NORMAL VARIATION SINCE THESE BEADS ARE ALL COMPLETELY HANDMADE).

Traditional Craftsmanship of Krobo Beads

In Krobo land, Ghana, artisans produce these distinctive beads through a remarkable process that has been passed down for generations. The raw material comes from crushing recycled glass bottles and jars into a fine powder. This powder is placed into molds and fired in a firewood kiln, producing luminous glass beads with rich, earthy colors. The brass clasp is made using the ancient lost wax casting technique, where a wax model is replaced by molten brass to create unique and durable metalwork.

Krobo beads and brass beads are not just beautiful ornaments, they carry deep cultural and historical significance. African trade beads played a vital role in commerce across West Africa for centuries, symbolizing wealth, status, and community connections. Wearing this necklace means wearing a piece of living history, handcrafted by skilled artisans dedicated to preserving this heritage.

Explore more handcrafted treasures from TribalGH:

• Beaded Bracelets Collection
• Beaded Earrings Collection
• Watch How our Krobo Beads Are Made