Product Description: Discover the rare and precious Seven-Layer Chevron Bead, a unique piece that stands out from the more commonly found six-layer chevron beads. This bead, dating back to a period older than its six-layer counterparts, features distinct colors and textures, with a semi-transparent blue layer adding to its rarity and charm.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Period: 1500s to 1800s
• Diameter: 18mm
• Length: 16mm
• Hole Size: 4mm
• Special Notes: Due to its antique nature, the bead may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

The actual product may appear slightly different from the photos due to lighting conditions and the use of artificial lighting during photography. Please consider this when viewing the bead in different environments.

About Trade Beads:

Trade beads were manufactured 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, and slaves in Africa, and for furs with Native Americans. The peak of trade bead production occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with millions of beads being produced and exported to Africa. Most of these beads were crafted in Venice.