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18th - 19th C. West African Glass Trade Beaded Necklace
18th - 19th C. West African Glass Trade Beaded Necklace
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Description
Made in Europe, Venice, Italy, found in western Africa, ca. 18th to early 19th century CE. A group of approximately 135 deep blue, slightly translucent trade beads, all rounded or disc-shaped. The color is a rich cobalt. Trade beads played a major role in the age of European exploration and colonization, serving as currency on multiple continents. These beads were used in West Africa. All are displayed together on a modern string. Length of strand: 27" L (68.6 cm); size of largest bead: 0.2" W (0.5 cm)

Provenance: private Tacoma, Washington, USA collection

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Condition
Light pearlescent patina on some of the beads; overall in excellent condition. Old beads on modern cord.
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18th - 19th C. West African Glass Trade Beaded Necklace

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