Antique Venetian Millefiori Beads - Rare African Trade Beads - Full Strand for Sale

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Antique Venetian Millefiori Beads - Rare African Trade Beads - Full Strand For Sale

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Antique Venetian Millefiori Beads - Rare African Trade Beads - Full Strand:
$176.00

This is an exceptionally rare strand of Antique Venetian Murano Glass Trade Millefiori beads. Millefiori beads get their name from the Italian word meaning "Thousand Flowers," reflecting the distinctive floral patterns that adorn their surfaces.Renowned as one of the most distinctive types of beads, Millefiori has become closely associated with the West African Trade, symbolizing its rich cultural exchange and historical significance. Early European traders utilized these beads as currency in trade transactions, exchanging them for a wide array of commodities including slaves, ivory, gold, fabric, palm oil, and food, serving as both currency and symbols of status, a practice that persisted until the mid-1920s.The beads experienced a resurgence in the 1960s as a wave of young people, often referred to as hippies, began to travel and explore the world more extensively than ever before.* Some beads may show minor damage or chipping, a testament to the age and extensive journeys of these well-adorned antique beauties. However, the overall condition of this centuries-old find is incredible and will add increasing value and exclusivity to any personal collection.* You will receive the exact strand picturedLength of strand: 26 Inches of beads.
Number of Beads: 23
Average approximate diameter size: 12x25mm-12x32mm