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Antique Tabular 2-Layer Chevron Venetian Glass Trade Beads Ghana
Antique Tabular 2-Layer Chevron Venetian Glass Trade Beads Ghana
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Antique 2-Layer Tabular Venetian Chevron Glass Trade Beads
Discover a rare and exquisite strand of Antique Venetian Chevron beads featuring a distinctive 2-layer tabular form. These beautiful beads were expertly crafted in Venice and played a major role in West African trade during the early 1900s. Each bead showcases a striking translucent cobalt blue inner layer, giving them a luminous depth that collectors and bead enthusiasts truly cherish.
- Bead Size: Approximately 8 x 9 x 4 mm
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition
- Origin: Venetian-made, used in African trade (early 1900s)
These Chevron beads, also known as Antique Chevron beads, Old Chevron beads, Rosetta beads, and Venetian Chevron glass beads, are highly sought-after due to their historical significance and artisanal quality.
History & Value of Chevron Beads
Chevron beads are among the most iconic and valuable of all trade beads. First developed in Venice during the late 15th century, these beads were produced using the cane glass method, where multiple layers of molten colored glass were fused and drawn into rods. The rods were then faceted to reveal intricate star-like patterns, a hallmark of true Chevron craftsmanship.
In the early 20th century, these beads were exported to West Africa where they were used as currency and cherished as symbols of wealth and status. Today, they remain prized by collectors for their artistry, age, and enduring legacy in the global bead trade.
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