Venetian Glass Trade Beads pressed glass flowers very think round 26 gauge

very think round 26 gauge soft

Bright and cheerful and quite light

see all loops on every side

Brick-red with blue and white stripes

24" strand of antique Ibo beads from Nigeria

Venetian Glass Trade Beads pressed glass flowers very think round 26 gaugeHighly prized among collectors for its unique and fun design, this Venetian made glass bead was made in the 1880s and traded in West Africa. Brick red cylindrical shape with yellow and white "eyes". 31 inch strand, sizes range from 19mm long x 15mm diameter to smallest 13mm x 7mm, with a 2mm hole for stringing. 47 beads on the strand. Beads are in good condition with some minor chips.