Product Description: This medium-sized, six-layer Venetian Chevron bead features a classic combination of white, red, and blue colors, arranged in a 12-star pattern. The bead has a barrel shape and displays a sophisticated, weathered look, indicative of extensive use.

Specifications:

• Origin: Venice
• Estimated Production Era: 1800s to early 1900s
• Diameter: 16mm
• Length: 21mm
• Hole Size: 3mm
• Special Notes: Due to the antique nature of this item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

Actual product colors may vary slightly due to lighting conditions during photography. The images are taken under bright indoor lighting, which may affect the perceived color.

About Trade Beads:

Trade beads, produced from the late 1400s to the early 1900s in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries, were used in trade with Africa and the Americas. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves in Africa, and for furs with Native Americans. The peak of trade bead production occurred from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, with millions of beads made and exported to Africa, primarily from Venice.