Product Description: This medium-sized 6-layer Venetian Chevron Bead features a classic combination of white, red, and blue in a 12-star barrel shape. A timeless piece reflective of its rich history and craftsmanship.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Era: 1800s to early 1900s
• Diameter: 18mm
• Length: 23mm
• Hole Size: 3mm
• Special Notes: As an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.
• Important Notice: The actual product may appear slightly different from the photos due to lighting conditions and the use of illumination during photography, making it appear brighter in indoor lighting.

About Trade Beads:

Trade beads, produced from the late 1400s to the early 1900s, were crafted in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries 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 in North America. The peak of trade bead production was from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with millions of beads manufactured and exported to Africa, primarily from Venice.