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Colorful African Trade Beads - Krobo Glass Beads from Ghana 26"
Colorful African Trade Beads - Krobo Glass Beads from Ghana 26"
Colorful African Trade Beads - Krobo Fancy Glass Beads Strand from Ghana
This stunning 26" strand of African trade beads features a vibrant mix of Krobo glass beads handcrafted in Ghana. Carefully made by the skilled artisans of Kroboland, these beads are crafted in the traditional style, imitating antique Venetian fancy trade beads while showcasing the innovation of African bead artistry.
Each bead is a celebration of color, heritage, and sustainable craft, offering a blend of rich textures and intricate patterns. They are perfect for jewelry making, collecting, or simply honoring Africa’s historical bead-making legacy.
- Bead Size: 7-16 mm
- Strand Length: 26 inches (66 cm)
- Material: Recycled glass powder
- Origin: Kroboland, Ghana (West Africa)
These recycled glass beads are made using a centuries-old technique native to Ghana. Locals crush discarded glass bottles and items into a fine powder. The powder is poured into handmade clay molds, often coated with natural dyes and pigments. A cassava-leaf stem is placed to create the bead hole before firing in a kiln made of termite clay. The result? Durable, eco-friendly, and beautiful beads with deep cultural value.
The strand imitates vintage Venetian designs, honoring the era of historical trade beads which were once currency and a symbol of wealth and connection across the African continent. Today, these beads carry stories of sustainability, tradition, and creative spirit, proudly handcrafted in the heart of West Africa.
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