Product Description: This highly valuable 5-layer Black Chevron Bead is an exquisite piece of history. Crafted in Venice, these beads date back to the 1600s to 1800s, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Each bead measures 18mm in diameter and 30mm in length, with a hole size of 4mm, making it a perfect addition to any bead collection or jewelry project.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Era: 1600s to 1800s
• Diameter: 18mm
• Length: 30mm
• Hole Size: 4mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, this bead may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Information:

Please note that due to lighting conditions, the actual product may appear slightly different from the photos. Additionally, the colors in the photos are shown under bright interior lighting.

About Trade Beads:

Trade Beads refer to beads made in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s for trade with Africa and the Americas. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, slaves, and furs with Native Americans. The peak of trade bead production was from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, during which millions of beads were produced and exported to Africa. The majority of these beads were crafted in Venice.