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Nice Oval Chevron African Trade Bead 17x21mm Collection # 80 bg 39 Italy
$ 14.25
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Description
Chevron Trade BeadSize 17mm x 21mm
The Original Chevron Trade Beads were made in Murano Italy. They started making them in the 1400's before Columbus set sail for America. It is believed that sometime during the 1600's the original 7-layer design was changed to a 6-layer design. That design was used for hundreds of years. The Chevron bead was Very highly prized and sought after by Chiefs and high-ranking tribal members.
We have been collecting Chevron Beads for over 35 years.
The Penny in the photo is 19mm and for size reference only.