Product Description: This classic Venetian six-layer chevron bead features a combination of white, red, and blue in a traditional cylindrical shape with 12 stars. Its large hole diameter makes it compatible with thicker leather cords, allowing for versatile crafting and jewelry design.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Period: 1800s to Early 1900s
• Diameter: 15mm
• Length: 26mm
• Hole Size: 4mm
• Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may have signs of wear, such as scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

Due to lighting conditions during photography, the actual product may appear slightly different in color than shown in the images. Please note that the images are taken under well-lit conditions to show the bead's color accurately.

About Trade Beads:

Trade Beads were created in Europe, primarily in Venice and Bohemia, from the late 1400s to the early 1900s for trade with Africa and the Americas. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, slaves, and fur. The production of trade beads peaked in the mid-1800s to early 1900s, with millions of beads being exported to Africa, the majority of which were produced in Venice.