Antique Oval Venetian Millefiori Mosaic Glass Trade Beads, 11-12mm

Presenting a beautiful and rare collection of antique Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads, these stunning oval beads showcase the exquisite craftsmanship of early 1900s Venetian artisans. Each bead, crafted in Venice, Italy, features a vibrant array of intricate millefiori (or "thousand flowers") patterns that reveal a unique mosaic design cherished across generations. Ideal for collectors and designers alike, these beads bring a piece of history to any jewelry piece.

Bead Dimensions:

• Length: 11-12 mm
• Diameter: 9 mm

Condition:

• Excellent condition - remarkable preservation of glass and color

Venetian artisans meticulously crafted these mosaic millefiori beads by layering and fusing colorful glass canes, then cutting them into cross-sections to create intricate floral patterns. Originally traded across Africa, especially in Ghana, these beads served not only as currency but as symbols of wealth and status, creating a bridge between cultures and a legacy that endures to this day.

Explore more from TribalGH:

• Current Millefiori Bead Collection
• Trade Beads Collection
• Sold Millefiori Beads Archive