Product Description: This exquisite piece is a six-layer Venetian Chevron bead in an extra-large size, featuring the classic combination of white, red, and blue with a 12-star pattern. Its large diameter makes it suitable for use with thicker leather cords. The bead's design, with prominent red and white sections, offers a unique variation from the traditional Chevron beads.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Period: 1800s to early 1900s
• Diameter: 27mm
• Length: 38mm
• Hole Size: 4mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, there may be signs of wear, including scratches, cracks, or chips.
• Important Notice: The actual product may appear slightly different from the images due to lighting and other factors. The colors depicted are based on the item viewed under bright indoor lighting during photography.

Trade Beads:

Trade Beads: Trade beads refer to beads manufactured in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s for trade with the African and American continents. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves in Africa, and for furs with Native Americans. The peak of trade bead production occurred between the mid-1800s and early 1900s, with millions of beads being produced and exported to Africa, primarily from Venice.