Product Description: This is a rare Seven-Layer Chevron Bead, distinguished by its intricate seven-layer construction. Unlike the more common six-layer Chevron beads, these beads are older and exhibit unique colors and textures that add to their distinct charm.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Period: 1500s to 1800s
• Diameter: 23mm
• Length: 28mm
• Hole Size: 3mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Special Notes:

Images may appear slightly different from the actual product due to lighting conditions and other factors. Additionally, the colors may look different in well-lit indoor environments.

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. The peak production era was from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, during which millions of beads were made and exported to Africa, primarily from Venice.