Product Description: This rare Seven-Layer Chevron Bead is a unique antique piece, distinct from the more commonly found six-layer Chevron beads. Its older production period and unique color and texture give it a special charm and historical value.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Period: 1500s to 1800s
• Diameter: 20mm
• Length: 21mm
• Hole Size: 4mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notes:

Due to lighting conditions and the nature of antique items, the actual product may slightly differ in color and appearance from the photos. The photos are taken under bright indoor lighting.

About Trade Beads:

Trade beads, produced from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, were made in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries for trade with Africa and the Americas. In Africa, they were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves, while in North America, they were traded with Native Americans for furs. The peak of trade bead production was from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with millions of beads exported to Africa, predominantly produced in Venice.