Antique Tiny 2 mm Venetian Striped Seed Bead Strand – Trade Beads

Antique Tiny Striped Venetian Seed Bead Strand – 2 mm Trade Beads

• Size: 2 mm diameter (tiny drawn beads)
• Length: Approximately 26 ½″ (67 cm) of beads
• Condition: Excellent – fully intact, vibrant stripes, no chips or wear

This beautiful strand of Old Venetian drawn beads features classic striped seed glass, measuring just 2 mm each. Carefully preserved in excellent condition, this 67 cm double‑wind drop of beads is exactly like the one shown in the photograph you will receive an identical strand.

History, Production & Value

These Conteria drawn trade beads, commonly called Venetian seed beads, were crafted in Venice and widely used in African trade from the early‑ to mid‑1900s. Made by skilled Venetian bead‑makers, each tiny glass bead was pulled from molten glass rods by hand, then sliced into uniform 2 mm rounds a delicate drawn‑bead technique that requires precision and tradition.

Due to their age and pristine preservation, these Old Venetian drawn beads offer both historical significance and collector’s value. They are cherished by jewelry makers, historians, and bead enthusiasts for their authenticity and timeless beauty.

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