Product Description: This is a classic large barrel-shaped Venetian Chevron bead featuring a combination of white, red, and blue colors. It has six layers (12-star design) and is notable for its large size. The bead includes a wide hole, making it suitable for use with thicker leather cords. The wear and tear from aging give it a distinctive antique feel.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Era: 1800s to early 1900s
• Diameter: 25mm
• Length: 41mm
• Hole Size: 4mm
• Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

Due to lighting conditions during photography, the actual product may look slightly different in color compared to the images. Additionally, the images are taken under bright indoor lighting.

About Trade Beads:

Trade Beads were produced 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 in North America. The trade beads reached their peak production between the mid-1800s and early 1900s, with millions of beads being produced and exported to Africa. The majority of these beads were manufactured in Venice.