African Trade Beads Venetian Striped Rust Strand

African Trade Bead Strand of Venetian rust or brown striped beads from the late 1800's. These oval beads are a rust brown colored glass with black and white stripes. These antique beads were handmade in Venice using traditional bead making techniques. The beads  vary in length from 12-15mm. They are strung on traditional raffia and could be worn as is or used in new creations.

There are a few dings and chips on these antique beads, which add to their beauty and story. You are getting this exact strand of beads

Size: 23½ inches long 

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