Product Description: This traditional medium-sized barrel-shaped Chevron bead features a classic combination of white, red, and blue colors. It is a six-layer (6-layer) bead with a 12-star design, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of Venetian artisans.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Period: 1800s to early 1900s
• Diameter: 17mm
• Length: 24mm
• Hole Size: 3mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

Actual product color may slightly vary due to lighting conditions or the angle at which the photo was taken. The photos are taken under indoor lighting, which may affect the color appearance.

About Trade Beads:

Trade beads refer to beads produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s for trade with Africa and America. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves in Africa, and for furs with Native Americans in North America. Trade beads reached their peak production from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with millions of beads being produced and exported to Africa, predominantly from Venice.