Spectacular 5 mm Green Striped Old Venetian Drawn Seed Beads Strand

5 mm Green Striped Old Venetian Drawn Seed Beads Strand

Experience a stunning strand of authentic Old Venetian Drawn Seed Beads, also known as Conteria or Venetian trade beads. These tiny drawn beads feature vivid green stripes and preserve excellent condition.

• Size: 5 mm in diameter
• Strand Length: Approximately 26″ (66 cm) of beads
• Condition: Excellent condition – vibrant color, no chips or cracks, truly as seen in the photos

This strand is guaranteed to match the photographs exactly – your piece will be identical.

History, Value & Authenticity

These green striped Venetian seed beads were produced in Venice during the early to mid‑1900s and were widely used in African trade, making them prized collectibles and highly valued among bead enthusiasts and historians. Known as Conteria beads or tiny drawn beads, they were handmade by master glassmakers who created long thin tubes, drew them to the precise diameter, then cut them into uniformly small beads.

The artistry of Old Venetian Drawn Beads reflects centuries‑old glassmaking traditions. Such beads carry historical prestige and intrinsic value, as they were labor‑intensive to produce and were central to international trade networks.

These strands not only offer exceptional visual appeal but also represent a tangible link to trade history, making them sought‑after by collectors, designers, and cultural historians.

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