Product Description: Introducing the gentle green Kankanba strand, a collection of Bohemian glass beads crafted in the Czech Republic. These Kankanba beads, produced around a century ago for export to African countries, feature a delightful pop color with a slightly translucent jade hue. Strung together with thread, they can be worn as a necklace directly.

Specifications:

• Origin: Czech Republic
• Estimated Manufacturing Period: 19th to 20th Century
• Bead Size: Diameter: 7mm, Thickness: 4mm
• Materials: Glass, Thread, Raffia (raffia used only at the top)
• Length (including string): 61cm
• Special Notes: While it can be worn as a necklace, please note that it is originally just a string of beads, so its strength cannot be guaranteed.

Care Instructions:

Please be aware that as an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, chips, or dirt. Images are for illustrative purposes only and the actual product may vary in pattern and color. There may be slight discrepancies in size.

About Trade Beads:

Trade beads, fervently cherished by kings and nobles during the African slave trade era, were extensively produced in Venice and the Czech Republic (Bohemian glass). These beads were traded for slaves, gold, ivory, and other valuables, spreading across the globe including Africa. The bead-making techniques were a closely guarded secret, with craftsmen often prohibited from leaving their workshops. Unlike those made for European markets, these beads were crafted to meet the specific preferences of various tribes, resulting in a vibrant array of large and small beads, both patterned and plain.