Product Description: Introducing a strand of Bohemian Trade Beads in a rich red hue, sourced from the Czech Republic. These beads, crafted about a century ago for export to African countries, are celebrated for their transparent ruby-red color and vintage charm. The semi-clear red round beads exude a sophisticated vintage elegance, perfect for adults who appreciate timeless accessories.

Specifications:

• Origin: Czech Republic
• Estimated Production Era: 19th to 20th Century
• Bead Size: Top Bead Diameter - 11mm, Thickness - 10mm
• Materials: Glass, Fishing Line, Raffia (raffia used only at the top)
• Length (including string): 60cm
• Special Notes:
  • While it can be worn as a necklace, please note that it is originally a strand of beads strung together with fishing line, and therefore, its strength is not guaranteed.

Care Instructions:

Antique items may have scratches, cracks, chips, or stains. Images are for illustrative purposes only; actual product may vary in pattern and color. Please allow for slight measurement discrepancies.

Other Trade Beads:

During the African slave trade era, beads were fervently adored by kings and nobles as decorative items. Produced extensively in Venice and the Czech Republic (Bohemian Glass), these beads were traded for slaves, gold, ivory, and reached various parts of the world. The bead-making techniques were so secretive that craftsmen were prohibited from leaving freely. Unlike those intended for the European market, these beads were meticulously crafted to suit the preferences of different tribes, resulting in a wide array of designs, including large and small sizes, patterned and plain beads.