Faceted Bohemian Vaseline Trade Beads - Antique

Facetted translucent yellow and green African Trade Beads from Bohemia (Germany). They were made of uranium glass, more commonly known as vaseline glass, its popularity can be traced to the 1830s. Vaseline glass typically has a yellow-green hue in daylight and radiates a bright, bold fluorescent green under a black light. The glowing properties are from the uranium oxides and additional fluorescing colorants such as manganese and iron infused into the glass at the molten stage. See the second picture taken under black light. Due to their age the facets are worn smooth and the beads have small chips, and pits that are normal for their journey and extensive use.

• They are 14-16mm in width
• Sold on strand of 13 beads
• Vintage European Bohemian Glass

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