Translucent Krobo Glass Beads, 13mm Recycled African Trade Beads

Bring the beauty of African craftsmanship into your designs with this stunning strand of translucent powder glass beads, made by the skilled artisans of Kroboland, Ghana. These beads are inspired by the elegance of old Venetian trade beads, offering a timeless, ethereal aesthetic for jewelry or decorative projects.

• Strand Length: Approx. 21" (53 cm) of beads
• Bead Size: Approx. 13 mm in diameter
• Material: Recycled glass

Each bead is carefully handcrafted from recycled bottles and other glass items, ground into a fine powder. The powdered glass is then placed into specially crafted molds and fired in kilns to produce these distinctive beads. The result is a sustainable, eco-friendly product that combines tradition with innovation.

The art of bead-making has been passed down for generations among the Krobo people of Ghana. Their meticulous technique highlights the importance of preserving African heritage and the legacy of trade beads in the global jewelry market. Trade beads were historically used as currency and are treasured for their cultural and artistic significance.

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